Assistant Professor of Digital Media Innovation

Posting Information

Position Title

Job Posting Number

2026048TTL

Job Location

San Marcos

Department

School of Jrnlism & Mass Comm

Position Description

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State University invites applicants for a full-time (nine-month) tenure-track assistant professor of Digital Media Innovation to begin Fall 2026. The ideal candidate embraces media innovation, AI and understands the changing media landscape. In addition to excellence in teaching, we’re interested in a collegial, collaborative candidate with an active research program that includes future-focused scholarship and/or creative activity. This position includes teaching in our growing Bachelor of Science Digital Media Innovation (a STEM designated degree) and our Master of Arts in Digital Media Communication. Other opportunities include collaborating with colleagues in our Media Innovation Lab and Digital Media in Everyday Life Lab. The individual will teach primarily in San Marcos but may teach at the Round Rock Campus from time to time. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree in mass communication, information science, journalism, or related field, by August 31, 2026.
Teaching excellence or training in digital media-related classes at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
Evidence of an active program of current peer-reviewed scholarship and/or creative activity.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching and/or professional experience in at least two of the following areas: artificial intelligence, digital product management and strategy, data journalism, social media engagement and analytics, and other emerging topics.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54287.

A complete application must include the materials listed below:

A cover letter.
An up-to-date curriculum vitae.
Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Proposed Start Date

08/16/2026

Posting Date

09/30/2025

Review Date

10/24/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes

Legal Notices

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

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