Teaching Assistant Professor in Advertising and Public Relations

The School of Journalism and Strategic Media in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at

the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor in Advertising

and Public Relations, a teaching-focused position beginning August 2027. This is a standard nine-month nontenure track faculty appointment.

We welcome candidates who can teach a range of core Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) courses,

including Advertising Principles, Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Writing, Media Planning & Strategy,

Account Planning, Campaigns, and digital and social media, as well as develop courses in their areas of expertise

responsive to evolving industry needs. We particularly welcome candidates with professional experience

working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients and managing teams and client-based projects.

The successful candidate will teach a 4–4 load of core and elective courses in the ADPR degree program within

the School of Journalism and Strategic Media. The position also includes service responsibilities within the

School.

This is an on-campus position. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the

ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

About the Department:

The School of Journalism and Strategic Media at the University of Arkansas is fully-accredited by ACEJMC,

offering a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with concentrations in Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, and

Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations. SJSM also offers a Master of

Arts in Journalism – in total serving more than 950 undergrads and grads in AY25-26.

Duties will include:

 80% Teaching

 10% Research

 10% Academic Service

Minimum Qualifications:

With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate

 A terminal degree in advertising, public relations, mass communication, or a closely related field from an

accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment.

 A demonstrated record of effective college-level teaching in advertising, public relations, strategic

communication, or a closely related field.

 A minimum of three years of professional experience in advertising, public relations, strategic

communication, marketing, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

 Professional experience working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients, with expertise

relevant to advertising and public relations instruction, including areas such as new business

acquisitions, new product development and positioning research, brand strategy, consumer insights,

media planning, social and influencer marketing, retail media/e-commerce, omnichannel

communication, or related areas, particularly in categories such as food and beverages and mass

merchandise retail.

 Professional experience managing teams and/or client-based advertising, public relations, or strategic

communication projects.

 Evidence of effective mentoring or advising of undergraduate, honors, and/or graduate students,

including advising applied projects, independent studies, or theses, and advising student organizations

such as Ad Club and the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).

 Evidence of current engagement with the advertising and/or public relations professions through

professional practice, consulting, industry partnerships, or professional organizations.

 Experience developing or updating courses and curricula in response to evolving industry practices and

technologies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

 Current knowledge of emerging advertising and public relations practices, technologies, and industry

trends, including areas such as artificial intelligence, digital and social media, e-commerce and retail

media, and audience analytics.

 Skilled in using professional-grade tools for content creation, media planning, social media

management, analytics, and campaign management (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Cision, Meltwater,

Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or comparable platforms).

 Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

 Ability to integrate real-world professional experience and networks into the academic environment to

create a dynamic learning experience for students.

 Evidence of or potential for scholarly, professional, and/or creative activity relevant to advertising and

public relations.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Completed applications received by October 11, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be

reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Sisi Hu, at sisih@uark.edu.

For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit

https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UAF_External_Career_Site/job/Fayetteville/Teaching-AssistantProfessor-in-Advertising-and-Public-Relations_R0090702.

Applicants must submit:

 Curriculum vitae

 Cover letter/letter of application

 Teaching philosophy statement which may include evidence of teaching effectiveness (not to exceed

three pages)

 List of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide

letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will

be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.

Review of applications will begin October 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that

promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental,

life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate

leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of

employee salary.

EMPLOYER INFORMATION

The University of Arkansas: Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified

by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of

research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve more than 27,100 students with more than 200 academic

programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and

represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.

Fulbright College: The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most academically diverse unit on

campus with 3 schools, 16 departments, and 43 academic programs and research centers. The University of

Arkansas is committed to providing an educational and work environment in which thought, creativity, and

growth are stimulated, and in which individuals are free to realize their full potential. The Fulbright promotes

these ideals and welcomes applicants who foster an inclusive environment through an open exchange of voices

and ideas from populations of diverse backgrounds.

The Community: Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, and is known for its spectacular

views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country’s finest college towns, and the

surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of

the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. For

more information, visit: https://diversitynwa.com/

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About Fayetteville

About University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its

education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status

protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military

service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from

discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits

discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S.

Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United

States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the

Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.