Simmons University
Assistant/Associate Professor of AI and Communications (TT)
Simmons University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Assistant/Associate Professor of AI and Communications (TT) Main Campus - Boston, MA R11077 We are inviting applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Communications to begin Fall 2026 at Simmons University. The Communications Department is in the Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The ideal candidate will engage in teaching, scholarship, and service with a focus on the intersections of artificial intelligence and communication. About Simmons
Located in Boston\'s Fenway area, Simmons University has a tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to inclusive hiring practices and equal opportunity employment. About the School & Department
The Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities and Social Sciences houses The Communications Department, which offers paths in Journalism, Design, Integrated Media, and Media Studies. The Ifill School seeks to carry on the legacy of Gwen Ifill through rigorous inquiry, civic engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Communications Department provides interdisciplinary study and cross-cutting approaches. A new hybrid graduate degree in the intersection of AI and communication launches in Fall 2026. Job Summary
The Communications Department at Simmons University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Communications to begin Fall 2026. Appointment at the Associate Professor level will be made based on evidence of a substantial record of advanced research and leadership in the candidate\'s field. We seek a dynamic educator and scholar with expertise in Communication, Journalism, Design and AI. Writers whose work intersects with algorithmic bias, digital media, environmental justice, sexuality, disability, class, or global inequalities are encouraged to apply. The candidate will teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in digital culture and communication, media analytics, machine learning tools and their media implications, and communications research methods. Courses should integrate critical analysis of AI\'s impact on media and society and develop ethical communication strategies. There are opportunities to develop curricula in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Beyond teaching, duties include scholarship or creative work, remaining current in the field, advising students in the Communications program, and serving on department, college, and university committees. Primary Responsibilities
Teach three on-the-ground undergraduate and three synchronous online graduate courses each year; Participate in course design and ongoing curriculum development in consultation with faculty and program leadership; Participate in ongoing Department curricular planning and program reviews; Serve the department, school, and university through committee work and student engagement; Serve as a major advisor for students, tracking their course plans and progress towards their degree; Maintain an active research agenda, including written scholarship and/or practice as research as appropriate to the discipline. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Communications or related discipline required; Demonstrated record of university-level teaching; Commitment to collaboration across the department, school, and university; Active scholarly agenda. Application Instructions
We will begin reviewing applications on Aug 15. To Apply, Submit the Following Materials Online At Jobs.simmons.edu: Letter(s) describing interest in the position and teaching experience/philosophy; Research/writing sample; CV; Names of references will be requested for short-listed candidates. Please address any questions to ifilldean@simmons.edu. Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (resume/CV, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 of the application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g., PDF). Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of community life. We encourage applications from all under-represented groups and are dedicated to inclusive hiring practices. To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-AI-and-Communications--TT-_R11077-1 Located in Boston\'s Fenway area, Simmons University is a small, private, non-sectarian college with a long-standing history of educating for enriching careers and purposeful lives. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Assistant/Associate Professor of AI and Communications (TT) Main Campus - Boston, MA R11077 We are inviting applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Communications to begin Fall 2026 at Simmons University. The Communications Department is in the Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The ideal candidate will engage in teaching, scholarship, and service with a focus on the intersections of artificial intelligence and communication. About Simmons
Located in Boston\'s Fenway area, Simmons University has a tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to inclusive hiring practices and equal opportunity employment. About the School & Department
The Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities and Social Sciences houses The Communications Department, which offers paths in Journalism, Design, Integrated Media, and Media Studies. The Ifill School seeks to carry on the legacy of Gwen Ifill through rigorous inquiry, civic engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Communications Department provides interdisciplinary study and cross-cutting approaches. A new hybrid graduate degree in the intersection of AI and communication launches in Fall 2026. Job Summary
The Communications Department at Simmons University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Communications to begin Fall 2026. Appointment at the Associate Professor level will be made based on evidence of a substantial record of advanced research and leadership in the candidate\'s field. We seek a dynamic educator and scholar with expertise in Communication, Journalism, Design and AI. Writers whose work intersects with algorithmic bias, digital media, environmental justice, sexuality, disability, class, or global inequalities are encouraged to apply. The candidate will teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in digital culture and communication, media analytics, machine learning tools and their media implications, and communications research methods. Courses should integrate critical analysis of AI\'s impact on media and society and develop ethical communication strategies. There are opportunities to develop curricula in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Beyond teaching, duties include scholarship or creative work, remaining current in the field, advising students in the Communications program, and serving on department, college, and university committees. Primary Responsibilities
Teach three on-the-ground undergraduate and three synchronous online graduate courses each year; Participate in course design and ongoing curriculum development in consultation with faculty and program leadership; Participate in ongoing Department curricular planning and program reviews; Serve the department, school, and university through committee work and student engagement; Serve as a major advisor for students, tracking their course plans and progress towards their degree; Maintain an active research agenda, including written scholarship and/or practice as research as appropriate to the discipline. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Communications or related discipline required; Demonstrated record of university-level teaching; Commitment to collaboration across the department, school, and university; Active scholarly agenda. Application Instructions
We will begin reviewing applications on Aug 15. To Apply, Submit the Following Materials Online At Jobs.simmons.edu: Letter(s) describing interest in the position and teaching experience/philosophy; Research/writing sample; CV; Names of references will be requested for short-listed candidates. Please address any questions to ifilldean@simmons.edu. Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (resume/CV, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 of the application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g., PDF). Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of community life. We encourage applications from all under-represented groups and are dedicated to inclusive hiring practices. To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-AI-and-Communications--TT-_R11077-1 Located in Boston\'s Fenway area, Simmons University is a small, private, non-sectarian college with a long-standing history of educating for enriching careers and purposeful lives. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
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