Faculty Vacancies in the Department of Journalism, NCCU

One of the most prestigious leading institutions of higher learning in the Asia-Pacific region, the National Chengchi University (NCCU) in Taipei, Taiwan, is solidly grounded in social sciences, humanities and arts with an aim to cultivating intellectual and artistic creativity. The University is widely recognized for its unswerving pursuit for excellence in professional studies and applied social research.

The Department of Journalism now invites applications and nominations for the posts of Professors/Associate Professors/Assistant Professors in one or any combination of the following specialization areas:
1.Future trend of convergence in media or news industries
2.News and information content processing (including sociology, linguistics, psychology, etc.)
3.Practice & production of professional journalism, and creative media industries
4.Message design (visual communication, aesthetics, design, and photography, etc.)
5.Media management and knowledge management (e.g., management information system, economics, business administration, technology and innovation management)
6.International communication and global development

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting research, and supervising graduate theses as well as contributing to administration or services of the department, college, and university. Rank and salary shall be commensurate with the appointee's academic qualifications, current position, and professional experience in accordance with the conditions of service laid out by the Ministry of Education and National Chengchi University. Appointment shall commence on August 1, 2009.

Qualifications: A PhD degree in broadcast journalism/digital communication or relevant specializations is essential. Applicants should possess expertise in one or more of the following areas: Online journalism, Digital TV, and New Media production (Animation, Graphic Design, Photography, Web Design, Desktop Publishing, Digital Video Production, and Visual Communication). Ability to also teach "concept-oriented courses" offered by the Department will be an advantage. Relevant business and industry experiences are additional advantages. Candidates with demonstrated teaching and research excellence will receive very positive consideration. Applicants should be fluent in English with ability to lecture in Chinese desirable. Collegiality is a must.

Submission of Application Testimonials: Applicants are requested to submit, by application deadline of April 27, 2009.

Please send the testimonials plus cover letter to the Faculty Evaluation Committee, Department of Journalism, National Chengchi University, No. 64, Sec 2, Zhinan Rd., Wenshan District, Taipei 11605, Taiwan, R.O.C. [Fax: +886-2-29398042 ；Tel：+886-2-29387077；Departmental e-mail: mfchen2@nccu.edu.tw or Chair’s e-mail: herngsu@nccu.edu.tw]. Please apply on or before April 27, 2009 and mark clearly “Application for Full-time Faculty in Journalism” on envelope.

Additional Information: For more information, applicants should visit http://www.jschool.nccu.edu.tw/.