Lecturer, Digital Journalism - Military veterans preferred

Position Title: Lecturer, Digital Journalism

Req ID: R0005275

Time Type: Full time

Location: Waltham, MA

Description:Job Description Summary

Bentley University invites applications for a lecturer position in Multimedia Journalism to begin July 1, 2025. The position will teach undergraduate journalism and media courses and be the advisor for the student newspaper and digital media platform, The Bentley Vanguard. The successful candidate will have expertise in the following: news reporting and writing, multimedia production, and social/digital media management. Candidates should be well-versed in the intersections between these areas. Candidates should possess recent work experience in well-established publications, an understanding of the evolving news media landscape, and a dedication to preparing students for an increasingly complex and competitive professional media environment. Teaching or leadership experience is a requirement. Candidates should commit to teaching diverse populations. Teaching load for lecturer positions is 8 courses per year.Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model where teaching, scholarship, service and community engagement are expected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who represent diverse backgrounds, interests and talents and share a commitment to high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challenge and change.

The English and Media Studies (EMS) department offers courses in writing and communication, literature, film, media studies, creative industries studies, and media production. EMS faculty also manage the University's Writing Center, Media and Culture Lab (MAC Lab), and ESOL Center. The department's mission is to support student acquisition of critical thinking and communication skills and to educate students to be positive contributing civic members in their communities and beyond.

Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB and NECHE accredited institution that enrolls approximately 5,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Bentley is ranked at or near the top in several categories by US News & World Report, including Best Regional Universities North and Most Innovative Schools, with Bloomberg ranking Bentley in the top 20 undergraduate business programs. Bentley’s high graduation and retention rates and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflects a commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strong faculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a “Force for Good” through the integration of business with the arts and sciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community for faculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as they pursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and real world understanding into the classroom.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate journalism and media courses, including Introduction to Multimedia Journalism or equivalent courses, including, but not limited to, Reporting the News, Data Journalism, Citizen Journalism, Environmental Journalism or Financial Reporting
• Offer knowledge and experience in multimedia news reporting or production, newsgathering, sourcing and verification, writing for diverse audiences and publications, and imagining the future of journalism.
• Serve as the advisor for the student newspaper and digital media platform, The Bentley Vanguard
• Integrate and develop various media opportunities at The Bentley Vanguard, such as supporting the digital platform with streaming, podcasting, live video, and other content formats
• Participate in department meetings

Qualifications:

• Degree in Journalism, Communication, or related field
• Experience in multimedia storytelling and news reporting
• Ability/willingness to mentor students seeking internships and professional experience
• Prepare and teach courses following approved course descriptions and class schedules, including the development of syllabi and reading lists, as well as update course content and materials to reflect current trends in media
• Demonstrate ability in curriculum development and assessment
• Strong interpersonal, cross-cultural communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members
• Culturally sensitive with an understanding and appreciation of a multicultural college community
• Experience in undergraduate teaching preferred
• Experience in advising student publications preferred

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application before March 16th, 2025:

• A cover letter
• A resume or CV
• Samples and/or links to your portfolio of professional work and/or teaching materials (syllabi, assignments, published writing, etc.).
• A Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

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