University of Arizona
Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Relations (Department of Communications)
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Relations (Department of Communications) (Career-Track)
Posting Number req24060
Department Communication
Department Website Link https://comm.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona's Department of Communication invites applications for a career-track Assistant Professor of Practice position in Public Relations (PR). The preferred start date is Fall 2026 but Spring 2026 will be considered. We seek candidates who will contribute to the department's teaching mission in the new PR Major and the existing PR Minor. The ideal candidate will be able to teach both introductory and advanced PR classes, such as PR Writing, Social Media Strategy and PR Management. Successful candidates will have training and experience in the instruction of Public Relations. This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. Application review will begin October 27, 2025. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
click here . Duties & Responsibilities We seek candidates who will contribute to the department's teaching mission in the new PR Major (launching Fall 2026) and the existing PR Minor.
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in the field of PR or related discipline. Evidence of teaching excellence, or strong industry experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in developing PR classes and/or curriculum design. Experience and desire to work with student professional organizations. Mentoring experience. Training and experience in the instruction of Public Relations.
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Information Career-Track (CT)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 1/12/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Carolyn Smith Casertano, Committee Chair
carolynsmith@arizona.edu
Open Date 10/1/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload the following documents: 1) CV
2) Cover Letter (one page)
3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy; must include evidence of teaching effectiveness (in "Additional Document" slot) The names of three references, who will be contacted for a letter of recommendation, will be requested for finalists later in the recruitment process. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Posting Number req24060
Department Communication
Department Website Link https://comm.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona's Department of Communication invites applications for a career-track Assistant Professor of Practice position in Public Relations (PR). The preferred start date is Fall 2026 but Spring 2026 will be considered. We seek candidates who will contribute to the department's teaching mission in the new PR Major and the existing PR Minor. The ideal candidate will be able to teach both introductory and advanced PR classes, such as PR Writing, Social Media Strategy and PR Management. Successful candidates will have training and experience in the instruction of Public Relations. This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. Application review will begin October 27, 2025. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
click here . Duties & Responsibilities We seek candidates who will contribute to the department's teaching mission in the new PR Major (launching Fall 2026) and the existing PR Minor.
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in the field of PR or related discipline. Evidence of teaching excellence, or strong industry experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in developing PR classes and/or curriculum design. Experience and desire to work with student professional organizations. Mentoring experience. Training and experience in the instruction of Public Relations.
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Information Career-Track (CT)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 1/12/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Carolyn Smith Casertano, Committee Chair
carolynsmith@arizona.edu
Open Date 10/1/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload the following documents: 1) CV
2) Cover Letter (one page)
3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy; must include evidence of teaching effectiveness (in "Additional Document" slot) The names of three references, who will be contacted for a letter of recommendation, will be requested for finalists later in the recruitment process. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.