Simpson College
Assistant Professor of Digital Marketing
Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa, United States, 50125
Overview
Assistant Professor of Digital Marketing at Simpson College. This is a full-time, tenure-track position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The candidate will teach and contribute to the department with expertise in digital and social media strategy, brand management, and marketing communication. Ideal candidates will understand audience engagement, content analytics, and visual storytelling across multiple platforms. Experience in sports communication or working with athletic brands and teams is highly desirable. Responsibilities
Teach six courses (or a 3-3 load), including core undergraduate courses such as Intro to Communication, Media & PR Writing, and Public Relations. Other courses depend on expertise and may include digital communication, social media management, integrated marketing communication, brand strategy, and ethical use of artificial intelligence. Contribute to the Simpson community and the department by advising students, teaching first-year courses, engaging in professional development, and participating in service to the campus and broader community. Supervise experiential learning opportunities, including interdisciplinary student‑run projects, internships, and undergraduate research. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies, or a related field preferred; a master’s degree with significant professional experience in digital marketing, brand management, or sports communication will be strongly considered. Demonstrated expertise with digital and social media strategy, audience analytics, and storytelling. Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring in higher education or in a professional setting. Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current vitae (including names of three references), and graduate transcripts (unofficial). The cover letter should highlight professional accomplishments and relevant teaching experience. Teaching evaluations, a teaching philosophy statement, and other evidence of mentoring may also be submitted. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Jan. 1, 2026 will receive priority consideration.
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Assistant Professor of Digital Marketing at Simpson College. This is a full-time, tenure-track position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The candidate will teach and contribute to the department with expertise in digital and social media strategy, brand management, and marketing communication. Ideal candidates will understand audience engagement, content analytics, and visual storytelling across multiple platforms. Experience in sports communication or working with athletic brands and teams is highly desirable. Responsibilities
Teach six courses (or a 3-3 load), including core undergraduate courses such as Intro to Communication, Media & PR Writing, and Public Relations. Other courses depend on expertise and may include digital communication, social media management, integrated marketing communication, brand strategy, and ethical use of artificial intelligence. Contribute to the Simpson community and the department by advising students, teaching first-year courses, engaging in professional development, and participating in service to the campus and broader community. Supervise experiential learning opportunities, including interdisciplinary student‑run projects, internships, and undergraduate research. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies, or a related field preferred; a master’s degree with significant professional experience in digital marketing, brand management, or sports communication will be strongly considered. Demonstrated expertise with digital and social media strategy, audience analytics, and storytelling. Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring in higher education or in a professional setting. Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current vitae (including names of three references), and graduate transcripts (unofficial). The cover letter should highlight professional accomplishments and relevant teaching experience. Teaching evaluations, a teaching philosophy statement, and other evidence of mentoring may also be submitted. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Jan. 1, 2026 will receive priority consideration.
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