Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Cinema and Television (Ref: DCC210415)

UIC now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled in September 2022: 

Job Description 

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Communication Theory and Media Studies, Video and/or Television Production, Web Design, Digital Photo Imaging, Film Directing, Acting, Sound Recording, Cinematography, Film Studies or Film and Media-related areas. The candidate will be required to give tutorials to students, attend meetings, supervise final year projects, and organize events.

Job Requirement 

The candidate is required to have a PhD or MFA degree with teaching experience in a related discipline. Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in undergraduate or postgraduate teaching. Preference will be given to candidates who have professional experience in entertainment or media, e.g. working in film and/or television and having professional credits and industry connections. The candidate should be cooperative, patient, and enthusiastic. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

Benefits 

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave and social insurance. 

Appointment Terms

Appointment to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Continuation of appointment beyond the initial term will be subject to mutual agreement. 

All application materials should be submitted in English. Review of applicants will begin in March 2022. We will continue to review applications until the positions are filled. The College reserves the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation.