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The Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time, visiting professor (rank to be determined) to be appointed for two years.

Candidates for the Joan Konner Visiting Professor of Journalism should demonstrate an ability to  teach in a changing media landscape, a familiarity with digital tools, an ease with reporting across socio-economic lines of difference and a sophisticated understanding of various platforms. Typical teaching assignments include a core Reporting or Writing course, followed by a spring  seminar in the candidate's journalistic specialty, complimented by advising students on masters' projects and other work throughout the academic year. A visiting professor may also contribute to the Master of Arts program, the data degree program, and the dual degree journalism program with computer science.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have the ability to teach about the complexities of race, ethnicity and other forms of diversity as they apply to journalism. 

The ideal candidate would have a substantial publishing record as well as experience as a teacher, writer and editor. Demonstrated experience with investigative journalism or qualitative and quantitative reporting, including but not limited to methods in data collection, analysis and visualization, is appreciated. The Journalism School embraces diversity and seeks candidates who work with and attract dynamic and diverse groups of faculty, staff and students.

To qualify for this two-year visiting professorship the candidate must currently hold an appointment at another academic institution.

A bachelor's degree is required.

This two-year visiting position is expected to be appointed from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, with a renewed appointment from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, pending performance and administrative approval.

Columbia Graduate School of Journalism is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment and can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the university community. 

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We strongly encourage applications from Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. 

To qualify for this visiting professorship the candidate must currently hold an appointment at another academic institution.  A bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree preferred.

Hiring Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000

Assistant Professor: $100,000 - 110,000

Associate Professor: $105,000 - $115,000

Professor: $110,000 - $120,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

We request that you submit a curricula vitae and a cover letter for consideration.  We also welcome examples of your best work and/or other related documentation to support your candidacy.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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