Assistant Professor of Media Studies at the University of Virginia University of Virginia in United States

The University of Virginia’s Department of Media Studies is hiring an Assistant Professor of Media Studies on the academic general faculty, with an expected start date of August 10, 2026.

This opportunity is centered on Media Studies and related areas including Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Technology Studies, and Cultural Studies. The department is especially interested in candidates who can teach introductory courses in media studies, film and television studies, streaming, media history, and global media studies.

The role involves teaching six courses per year (three in spring and three in fall). It is a three-year, tenure-ineligible appointment with the possibility of renewal, though renewal is not guaranteed.

Minimum qualification: applicants should hold a PhD. Preferred candidates will hold a PhD in Media Studies or a closely related field.

Applications are reviewed starting May 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications are required.

Apply via the Interfolio portal linked in the post.