Washington, DC11 days ago
Posting Number: F002618 Academic Title: Director, Project for Media and National Security Rank: Research Professor Administrative Title: Discipline Humanities Specialty: Contract Type: Research, Renewable Appointment (initial appt period) - 05/15/2026-05/14/2027 Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 05/15/2026 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: The School of Media and Public Affairs (SMPA) is a trailblazer in the study of political communication, journalism and media. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Elevate journalism on national security, defense and cyber security issues by engaging prominent national security journalists with decision-makers, policymakers and military leaders to deepen understanding and contextual reporting, Organize regular media conversations and briefings as well as symposia; private and public events, Build and maintain relationships with journalists, experts, and organizations in the field and seek collaboration regarding national security issues and media with other parts of the University, Develop a public profile on behalf of quality journalism and an informed public.