News and Record-Janice Byrant Howroyd Endowed Professor

invites applications for the News & Record-Janice Bryant Howroyd Endowed Professor position, a 9-month, appointment at the rank of Full Professor. We are seeking an accomplished and notable candidate with expertise in either global communication, journalism, strategic communication, mass media, and/or new media; and with a focus on not only furthering their own research and publication in the discipline but also fostering research/collaborative efforts for the Department’s faculty and students. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate level courses, conducting research, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, conducting scholarly activities and all other activities required for tenure. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment and service to the department, College and University as needed. Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication is housed within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It offers a Bachelor of Science degree with concentrations in Mass Media Production, Multimedia Journalism, and Public Relations, which are accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication ( ACEJMC ). The Department has over 430 majors. The mission of the Department is to prepare students with high quality education necessary to succeed as professionals and critical thinkers and to become productive citizens of their communities, the nation and the world. We cultivate diversity, interdisciplinary learning, creativity, freedom of expression, mutual respect, ethical conduct, social responsibility, and expertise in journalism and mass communication. The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences houses the Departments of Criminal Justice, English, History and Political Science, Journalism and Mass Communication, Liberal Studies, and Visual and Performing Arts. CAHSS is an academic unit that reports to the Office of the Provost/Division of Academic Affairs and enrolls more than 2,000 students and has more than 160 full-time faculty members. N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation. Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network. Minimum Requirements PhD in communication, journalism, mass media, strategic communication, or a closely related field, with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Five or more years experience in graduate program development, curriculum development, grant writing, fundraising and assessment experience are preferred. Required License or Certification Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site) Position Information Working Title News and Record-Janice Byrant Howroyd Endowed Professor Position Number 003779 Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience FLSA Exempt Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track Yes FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months If Time Limited, Appointment Length Organizational Division Journalism & Mass Comm Organizational Location College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Organizational Unit Journalism & Mass Comm Posting Detail Information Posting Number EPA3121 Open Date 09/14/2026 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search Date Position Available August 2027 Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40794 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying. NCA&T Website UNC System Job Board Indeed.com NCA&T Employee Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Higher Education Recruitment Consortium Other_____________ If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position: (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts Optional Documents Letter of Reference 1 Letter of Reference 2 Letter of Reference 3 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214) Other Document Research Statement Other Degree - Copy of transcripts