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Readvertising: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the School of Journalism and Media Studies

Rhodes University

Eastern Cape Associate Posted 25 Aug 2026 Closes in 13 days

Overview

To contribute to the academic project of the School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) as set out in its vision statement, focusing on teaching, research, community engagement, and media production in the fields of Audio Studies, Audio Journalism, and Audio Storytelling.

Requirements

  • For Lecturer: MA in Journalism Studies, Media Studies, Communication Studies or a related field, preferably with PhD progress made; some teaching experience; acquainted with online/blended teaching; experience at an editorial level in radio journalism; at least 3 years’ experience in audio journalism/audio storytelling projects; ability to teach in Journalism Studies, Audio Studies, Communication Studies, Community Media, and Audience Studies; experience in mentoring postgraduate students is an advantage.
  • For Senior Lecturer: PhD in Journalism Studies, Media Studies, Communication Studies or a related field; considerable teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; acquainted with online/blended teaching; experience at an editorial level in radio journalism; at least 5 years’ experience in audio journalism/audio storytelling projects; experience in teaching in Journalism Studies, Audio Studies, Communication Studies, Community Media, and Audience Studies; research supervision experience up to Master's degree completion; emerging national profile in the discipline; credible record of accredited publications; track record of administration and leadership roles.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching in fields of relevance to Audio Journalism and Audio Storytelling.
  • Developing and managing coursework across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
  • Initiating and managing partnerships in audio journalism and audio storytelling.
  • Conducting research relevant to audio journalism and audio storytelling.

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