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Heidelberg University Assistant Professor of Media and Director of the GEM Center in Tiffin, Ohio
Assistant Professor of Media and Director of the GEM Center
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Assistant Professor of Media and Director of the GEM (Gaming, esports, & Media) Center will teach a
.75-1.0 course load in addition to overseeing the Center and student media projects. This is a 9-month,
full-time position with the opportunity for supplemental summer work. Additional responsibilities include
service to the Department and University, as well as research and continued professional development. This is
a multi-year position beginning August 2025 with the possibility of applying for a multi-year extension.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Communication & Media.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
The Assistant Professor of Media and Director of the GEM Center may supervise student employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Professor of Media and Director of the GEM Center will:
? Teach up to 24 credit hours per academic year in a variety of communication and media subjects, as
assigned by the Department Chair. (Credit load may vary per semester based on GEM Center Director
duties.)
? Utilize innovative and collaborative teaching methods in support of the Department's mission and
learning objectives that promote critical thinking, communication competency, and media literacy
through an active educational environment.
? Attend faculty meetings at the Department and University levels.
? Contribute to Departmental and interdisciplinary initiatives, including recruitment and retention efforts
and curriculum development.
? Improve upon and maintain a video production studio and podcasting labs.
? Oversee operations of the GEM Center, including facility scheduling, space utilization, and collaboration
with esports.
? Perform other essential duties as assigned/as outlined in the Faculty Manual.
CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
? Core values -- models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness,
diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
? Intellectual dynamism -- demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
? Self-knowledge -- gains insight from successes and mistakes.
? Personal learning -- seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
? Peer relationships -- encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
? Teamwork -- performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
? Constituency focus -- completes work to meet constituencies' expectations and requirements.
? Community focus -- brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
Requirements
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Professional Experience:
(A) Ph.D. or ABD in Communication, Mass Communication, or related field.
(B) Two years of college-level teaching experience.
(C) Ability to teach courses such as digital media toolbox, graphic design, multimedia storytelling, media
law and ethics, film studies, and media writing. Special consideration given to those who can teach
courses in sports media.
(D) Ability to improve upon and maintain a video production studio and podcasting labs.
Preferred Education and Experience:
(A) Graduate coursework in and/or experience teaching courses in public speaking and explorations in
communication.
(B) Ability to advise the student newspaper, including recruiting and mentoring student talent, reviewing
and approving content, and managing the budget.