----------------------------Original message---------------------------- [Please post] CHAIR, DIVISION OF MASS COMMUNICATION <<Search Re-Opened>> EMERSON COLLEGE re-opens the search, and invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Division of Mass Communication. With over 2,700 students, Emerson is the nation's only accredited undergraduate and graduate institution specializing solely in the study of communication and the performing arts. THE MASS COMMUNICATION DIVISION is one of seven major academic divisions in the College, with 23 full-time faculty. It offers degrees in both the theory and practice of Audio/Radio, Video/Television, Cinema/Film, Print/Broadcast Journalism, and Mass Media Generalists to approximately 1,100 undergraduate and 130 graduate students. SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES will give evidence of the ability to provide strong academic leadership in teaching, scholarship, and creative activities as well as provide vision in a changing environment. The candidate should have excellent administrative skills in planning and budgeting, should have the ability to advocate effectively for the division, and must be committed to the goals of affirmative action, cultural diversity, and international/multicultural education. APPLICANTS must hold a terminal degree or equivalent professional experience in a field of mass communication. The rank is Associate or Full Professor; the salary and benefits are highly competitive. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 2 and will be continued until the position is filled. Qualified applicants should send letter of inquiry, curriculum vitae, references and other supporting information to: Walter Littlefield, Acting Chair of Mass Communication, Emerson College, 100 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116. EMERSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.