Dear Colleagues, Now that the semester has started I would like to call your attention to a newly authorized tenure-line position in the School of International Service, American University, Washington,DC with a focus on HEALTH COMMUNICATION. Our committee also welcomes nominations and we can accept electronic submissions emailed to ICSIS@american.edu. Many thanks for your help and best wishes for the semester, Elisabeth Elisabeth Johnson Program Associate International Communication Program School of International Service American University Washington, DC (202)885-1621 icsis@american.edu http://www.american.edu/sis/ic/ SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL SERVICE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION PROGRAM AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PUBLIC HEALTH PREVENTION & HEALTH COMMUNICATION Tenure-Line Faculty Position The School of International Service (SIS) at American University invites applications/nominations for a tenure-track position focusing on PUBLIC HEALTH PREVENTION AND HEALTH COMMUNICATION in the International Communication Program, School of International Service at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position focuses on the cross-cultural communication of global health policy and practice, taking into account international institutions and domestic, political, social and cultural contexts. The successful candidate will have a reputation for scholarly excellence, an active research program related to public health prevention and health communication, a record of excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to contribute significantly to our undergraduate, professional master?s and doctoral degree programs. Candidates should hold a doctorate in a relevant discipline. We especially seek candidates with a strong background in cross-cultural health communication. Applications should include: A letter describing research (including any externally funded research) and teaching interests and relevant professional experience; teaching evaluations; three letters of reference; and copies of relevant publications. Applications should be sent to: Chair, International Communication Search Committee, School of International Service, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016-8071 or to ICSIS@american.edu. Consideration of applications will begin September 15, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. The International Communication Program in the School of International Service, the oldest in the U.S., marks its 41st anniversary this year. It is distinguished by its pioneering work in the creation of the field of international communication studies through consistent scholarly focus and innovative curriculum development. A distinctive strength of the Program is its inclusion of cross-cultural communication as a key teaching and research component. The program offers a doctoral concentration, a Master?s degree, and an undergraduate concentration. It also is the home of the Intercultural Management Institute and a laboratory focused on virtual cross-cultural collaboration and learning environments. Visit www.american.edu/sis/ic to learn more about the IC Program. The School of International Service provides a unique environment for learning and professional enhancement. It is a community comprised of scholars, practitioners, and students from around the world. The School of International Service classrooms also reflect the spirit of the community; teaching styles are highly collegial. The curriculum is distinguished by linking theory and practice and by addressing both conceptually and empirically the emerging issues of an increasingly interdependent and complex world. The faculty of the School of International Service comprises more than sixty full-time, highly productive scholar-teachers in the fields of: Comparative and Regional Studies, Global Environmental Policy, International Communication, International Development, International Economic Policy, International Politics, International Peace and Conflict Resolution, and U.S. Foreign Policy. American University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. An EEO/AA University. The University is committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.