Assistant Professor, School of Communication Studies

About the Faculty of Business, Communication Studies and Aviation

The Faculty of Business, Communication Studies, and Aviation has approximately 4,000 students and includes the EFMD accredited Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies. 

The Bissett School of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with majors in General Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Finance, International Business, Supply Chain Management, and Marketing. Aviation is also part of the Bissett School of Business. The Aviation programs include a Bachelor of Aviation Management (BAM), an Aviation Diploma and a flight school at our Springbank Aviation Campus. 

About the School of Communication Studies

The SCS is a vibrant school offering a Bachelor of Communication Studies with 4 majors including Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism and Digital Media and Public Relations. In addition to the degrees and majors offered in the Faculty, students may take a variety of minors, concentrations and certificates to complement their major.

About the Role

The School of Communication Studies at Mount Royal University invites applications for a tenure-track position which will commence July 1, 2026, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.

New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only. The successful candidate for this role will be hired into the teaching/ service pattern (TS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.

We are seeking a versatile scholar-practitioner who can contribute their expertise across the Bachelor of Communication Studies (BCMM) degree by teaching the technical and ethical aspects of capturing high-impact, evidence-based visual narratives with an emphasis on photojournalism. The successful candidate will help develop curricular elements that support a fundamental commitment to information integrity in visual storytelling.

If you have questions regarding the position, feel free to contact Alana Gieck, Co Chair, School of Communication Studies at agieck@mtroyal.ca.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Journalism, Communication Studies or a related field is required - PHD an asset
• Advanced proficiency in photojournalism and professional photography, including photo editing.
• Experience creating evidence-based video including videography and editing in a professional setting.
• Evidence of (or potential for) high-quality university-level instruction and a student-centered approach to learning.
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to pedagogy that fosters equity, inclusion and decolonization. 
• Experience with curriculum development is an asset.

Teaching allocations may include

• Photography and photojournalism
• Editing and layout
• Visual storytelling 
• Introductory to advanced news reporting and other journalism courses that may include topics such as reporting, data visualization and digital storytelling
• Courses that may include the study of communication and culture, communication theories, media history, and media futures
• Course redesign, new course development and teaching within the Bachelor of Communication Studies degree 

 

Responsibilities 

• Instruction: prepare materials for course delivery including course outlines, resources, readings, activities, lessons, assessments, and learning management systems; support and respond to students outside of scheduled class time; deliver assigned courses; and
• Course Administration: administer final exams, input final grades upon course completion, and participate in course-related meetings, as required; and
• Curriculum Integration: Develop and refine course content that serves the distinct needs of the BCMM degree; and
• Service: contribute to the governance and academic life of the School, Faculty, and University; and
• Community: At Mount Royal University our community connections are an important and integral part of our programs. The successful candidate may be required to engage with community partners and/or professional associations on behalf of the School.

Closing Date: The Hiring Committee will begin reviewing applications on April 6, 2026 and the position will remain open until it is filled.

A complete dossier should be submitted, including curriculum vitae, portfolio, teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching excellence (can include student and or peer evaluations, teaching materials etc.) References are not required at this stage. Please merge all documents into one single PDF. The pdf should be titled as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition #Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, Req 3644, CV.pdf).