Chair and Professor of the Practice, College of Communication, Department of Journalism

Boston University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of chair and Professor of the Practice in the College of Communication's Department of Journalism. We seek a colleague with a record of sustained excellence, a commitment to the highest standards of journalism and innovation in the digital age, and a record of managerial or administrative experience in the industry or in academia. The chair works with other members of the College of Communication's leadership team to build on the already excellent reputation of the unit and move the department to the forefront of journalism education. The chair will be appointed at the rank of professor of the practice and responsibilities include providing leadership for the program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in journalism, and service to the institution and the profession. This is a 12-month non-tenure-track appointment. We seek candidates with the qualifications necessary for appointment at the rank of professor of the practice; see link here. A master's degree is preferred; a doctorate is desirable but not required. Applicants with bachelor's degrees and significant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Salary Range: $180,000 to $215,532. Application Instructions: Applications should include a letter of interest, including a statement of teaching philosophy, a vision of journalism's future, and how our program can best prepare journalists. A CV and the names of three references are also required. Applications may be sent by mail or - preferably -- by email, with attachments (Word or PDF) to: Lena Sheehan Department Administrator Boston University College of Communication, 640 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215 617-353-3484 All inquiries will be confidential. Review of materials will begin Nov. 15, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.