<p>Posting Number FAE1952 Advertised Title Assistant Professor of Social Media Analytics Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 001481 Category Full-Time Faculty Department Journalism and Strategic Media Position Summary</p> <p>The Department of Journalism and Strategic Media at the University of Memphis invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in social media analytics.</p> <p>We seek a dynamic scholar with a Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication, or a closely related field, who is passionate about teaching, research, and industry engagement in social media analytics. The ideal candidate will have expertise in strategic media, with a focus on social media management and analytics. Knowledge of influencer marketing, online advertising, social media/influencer metrics and artificial intelligence.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Teach courses in the undergraduate strategic media major, with an emphasis on social media analytics, digital strategy, and emerging media trends. </li><li>Teach graduate courses at the master's and doctoral levels. </li><li>Conduct research in the field of social media as a leader in our Obsidian PR Social Media Lab. </li><li>Engage in service to the department, college, and university. </li><li>Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualification:</p> <ul> <li>Experience or strong interest in sports social media. </li><li>APR or other industry credentials. </li><li>Experience in grant-funded research, ideally as a PI or co-PI. </li><li>Experience using social media listening software like Sprout Social, Brandwatch, etc. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Position Qualifications</p> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication, or a related field (ABD candidates will be considered; degree must be complete by date of hire, August 2026). </li><li>Demonstrated teaching experience or potential in areas related to social media analytics and strategic media. </li><li>Professional experience in social media management, analytics, digital strategy, or a related field. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualification:</p> <ul> <li>Experience or strong interest in sports social media. </li><li>APR or other industry credentials. </li><li>Experience in grant-funded research, ideally as a PI or co-PI. </li><li>Experience using social media listening software like Sprout Social, Brandwatch, etc. </li></ul> <p>Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.</p> <p>Special Conditions</p> <p>Journalism and Strategic Media is a dynamic, ACEJMC-accredited program offering students the knowledge and skills to compete successfully in the changing media landscape while retaining a strong focus on the core values of quality journalism and media. The department has four undergraduate majors - Advertising, Creative Mass Media, Journalism and Public Relations - and a master's program. We offer our M.A. and public relations B.A. online as well as on campus. It is home to UofM's award-winning campus newspaper The Daily Helmsman, the student-run strategic communications agency Meeman 901 Strategies, an active American Advertising Federation student chapter and multiple international exchange programs. Journalism and Strategic Media is one of six departments in the College of Communication and Fine Arts.</p> <p>Posting Date 08/15/2025 Closing Date 09/15/2025 Open Until Screening Begins No Hiring Range Competitive Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Special Instructions to Applicants</p> <p>All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.</p> <p>Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a curriculum vitae, cover letter, references list, and teaching philosophy after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.</p> <p>Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.</p> <p>The successful applicant will join the faculty in August 2026. If you have questions, contact the search committee chair, Dr. Matthew Haught, 901-678-3490 or mjhaught@memphis.edu.</p> <p>Instructions to Applicant regarding references Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)</p>