Assistant Professor in New Media theory and history – University of California, Berkeley
The Department of Film and Media at U.C. Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant Professor in New Media theory and history (tenure track), with an expected start date of July 1, 2017.
Qualifications:
- completed all degree requirements except the dissertation at the time of application and must have the Ph.D. in Film/Cinema Studies or a related field in hand by June 30, 2017
- broad competence in New Media studies, demonstrable either through formal study or publication record
- the ability to teach courses in New Media theory/history and digital culture and media
- strong understanding of the study of media in the Arts and Humanities
- Preference will be given to applicants demonstrating clear evidence of scholarly achievement relative to their career stage.
- Research and teaching interest in critical race theory and/or gender and/or sexuality is also preferred.
Application: submit an online application including the following:
- cover letter discussing research and teaching interests
- CV
- writing sample of maximum 25 pp
- statement of contributions to diversity is optional.
Deadline is March 10, 2017. Applications received by March 6 will be given priority.
Please direct questions to the Chair of the Search Committee at film_search@berkeley.edu.
The Department is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.