Open Rank - Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Journalism and Mass Communications
Inside Higher Ed, Columbia, SC, United States
Open Rank - Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Journalism and Mass Communications - Focus on AI
The University of South Carolina recognizes the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and is seeking a full‑time tenure‑track faculty member (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) whose research focuses on AI within mediated communication.
Job Summary
In this Presidential‑funded hire, the candidate will explore AI in media contexts such as extended reality, e‑gaming, web 3.0, computer vision, bots, large language models, image/video generation, blockchain, software development, and emerging content tools. The new hire will join a collegial faculty and contribute scholarly work in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications (SJMC) core areas.
Start Date
August 16, 2026.
Research Focus
Extended reality (VR/AR/MR)
E‑gaming and video games
Data mining
Web 3.0
Computer vision
User‑facing bots
Large language models
Image and video generation
Blockchain, ad verification, and smart contracts
Software development
Emerging content production tools and platforms
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in a communication‑related field by the start date. ABDs will be considered; Ph.D. required at appointment.
Well‑established record of publishing digital communication strategy/analysis/content creation research that advances AI at the nexus of mass communication (at least 5 years for Associate Professor rank or 9 years for Full Professor rank).
At least one research stream with artificial intelligence as its core and a track record or potential to publish in the school’s core research areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated expertise in securing external research funding.
Demonstrated expertise in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Application Requirements
Letter of application including a research statement demonstrating AI as a core emphasis.
Curriculum vitae.
List of three references.
Three letters of recommendation (only for finalists) to be emailed to Rachel Rolli (rachelrolli@sc.edu).
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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The University of South Carolina recognizes the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and is seeking a full‑time tenure‑track faculty member (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) whose research focuses on AI within mediated communication.
Job Summary
In this Presidential‑funded hire, the candidate will explore AI in media contexts such as extended reality, e‑gaming, web 3.0, computer vision, bots, large language models, image/video generation, blockchain, software development, and emerging content tools. The new hire will join a collegial faculty and contribute scholarly work in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications (SJMC) core areas.
Start Date
August 16, 2026.
Research Focus
Extended reality (VR/AR/MR)
E‑gaming and video games
Data mining
Web 3.0
Computer vision
User‑facing bots
Large language models
Image and video generation
Blockchain, ad verification, and smart contracts
Software development
Emerging content production tools and platforms
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in a communication‑related field by the start date. ABDs will be considered; Ph.D. required at appointment.
Well‑established record of publishing digital communication strategy/analysis/content creation research that advances AI at the nexus of mass communication (at least 5 years for Associate Professor rank or 9 years for Full Professor rank).
At least one research stream with artificial intelligence as its core and a track record or potential to publish in the school’s core research areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated expertise in securing external research funding.
Demonstrated expertise in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Application Requirements
Letter of application including a research statement demonstrating AI as a core emphasis.
Curriculum vitae.
List of three references.
Three letters of recommendation (only for finalists) to be emailed to Rachel Rolli (rachelrolli@sc.edu).
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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