Assistant Professor of Mass Communication

Job Description:
Assistant/Associate Professor – Mass Communication

Department: Journalism & Mass Communication
Location: NIILM University, Kaithal, Haryana
Job Type: Full-time | Regular
Joining Date: Immediate

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree (M.A/M.Sc/MJMC) in Mass Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies from a recognized university.
• Ph.D. in Mass Communication/Journalism preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching, research, or relevant industry experience in media, journalism, digital media, or related fields.
• Strong academic record; publications in reputed journals will be an added advantage.
• Candidates should meet UGC norms as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mass Communication & Journalism.
• Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with current media trends, content production, and communication practices.
• Guide students in academic research, media projects, film/documentary production, and internships.
• Engage in research and publish in reputed journals and media platforms.
• Conduct practical lab sessions in reporting, editing, film making, radio production, digital content creation, and PR.
• Mentor students for career preparation in media, advertising, film, and digital communication.
• Organize industry expert sessions, media workshops, press visits, and student media activities.
• Participate in departmental and university committees and academic initiatives.

Desirable Qualifications & Skills

• Expertise in journalism, digital media, video production, PR, advertising, or media communication.
• Hands-on experience with editing tools (Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Audition, FCP, etc.).
• Strong understanding of newsroom workflows, digital marketing, and multimedia storytelling.
• Excellent communication, writing, and content development skills.
• Ability to collaborate with media industry for projects and student placements.

Pay Scale

₹30,000 – ₹70,000 per month (commensurate with qualifications & experience).

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following to hr@niilmuniversity.ac.in with the subject line:
Application – Assistant/Associate Professor (Mass Communication)

• Updated CV
• Cover Letter mentioning the position applied for
• Scanned copies of academic & experience certificates

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,845.41 - ₹70,603.32 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person