The Communication Program at Lasell University in Newton MA seeks a part time Journalist in Residence to join our faculty in teaching the next generation of multimedia journalists in a rapidly changing media environment. Start date Fall 2022.

We seek a candidate who is passionate about teaching, dedicated to student advising and mentoring, and committed to the ongoing relevance of journalism in all its evolving forms as fundamental to democracy.

We are specifically looking for faculty who appreciate the value diverse students bring to a campus community and are eager to help foster an inclusive and equitable campus environment. Faculty mentors who represent the increasing diversity of our student body are particularly encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will serve as Advisor to the student print and digital newspaper, The 1851 Chronicle, and will teach one undergraduate Journalism course per term ranging from foundational news writing and reporting, to feature, investigative and multimedia journalism.

The 1851 Chronicle Advisor is responsible for overseeing students in the planning, creating, delivering, and promoting of the 1851 Chronicle monthly print publication and digital and social media channels, mentoring and training students, and overseeing the administration of the news organization.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an avid interest in teaching writing, research, interviewing and reporting across platforms and genres utilizing a project-focused approach.

The Communication program is always seeking to enhance and diversify offerings and seeks a candidate who will work both within and beyond the program to shape the curriculum in response to industry developments and new potential markets.

The statements above are intended to describe the principal duties of the person assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Lasell University has the right to add or change the responsibilities at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least five years of experience in professional journalism
• A Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication or related field
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population of students
• Demonstrated success or potential to teach journalism courses at the undergraduate level
• Experience working with online platforms and multimedia reporting
• Experience as a college media advisor or the lead reporter or editor on one or more significant journalism projects

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in journalism or a related field, or comparable professional experience (10+ years)
• News management experience
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign and digital journalism tools and storytelling strategies (video, audio and/or multimedia)
• Knowledge of operating, marketing plans and training programs for news staff

Lasell University offers a competitive salary and benefits package for eligible employees. This includes but is not limited to outstanding time off benefits, health, dental and vision insurance, benefits for legal domestic partners, a 403B with a matching contribution after one year of service, tuition benefits, pet insurance and more.

Interested candidates should upload a letter of interest, resume and the information of three (3) references using the forms below. Review of resumes will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Lasell University requires all employees to be vaccinated and to provide the documentation upon the start of employment. Lasell also provides individuals the opportunity to request a medical or religious exemption.

Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.