School of Journalism and Communication, Peking University (2025)
School Overview
Peking University is widely recognized as the “cradle of journalism and journalism education in China.” In 1918, the Peking University Journalism Research Society, chaired by Cai Yuanpei, was established, marking the beginning of China’s earliest journalism education and the birth of journalism as an academic discipline in the country. Renowned figures such as Xu Baohuang, Shao Piaoping, and Li Dazhao taught in the Society, nurturing some of the first professionally trained journalists in China, including Mao Zedong and Gao Junyu.
In 2001, Peking University reestablished the School of Journalism and Communication, gradually forming a distinctive model of research, teaching, and talent cultivation that reflects PKU’s traditions, responds to contemporary developments, and aligns with international frontiers.
Journalism and Communication at Peking University is a “Double First-Class” discipline designated by China’s Ministry of Education. In the Fifth Round of National Discipline Evaluation, the School achieved outstanding results and ranked among the very top. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject, Communication and Media Studies at Peking University has consistently ranked among the national leaders and global front-runners, placing 35th worldwide in 2025. According to Times Higher Education China Subject Ratings, the discipline has been rated A+ for several consecutive years, ranking No. 1 nationwide.
Positions Available
Positions:
Assistant Professor / Tenure-Track Associate Professor / Tenured Associate Professor / Professor
Track:
Teaching and Research Track
Duties:
Teaching and research
Qualifications
A doctoral degree is required.
Demonstrated outstanding research achievements in the applicant’s field, with strong academic potential and the ability to fulfill teaching and research responsibilities.
For applicants to tenured positions (Professor or Tenured Associate Professor) who are recognized scholars in journalism and communication, the general age requirement is under 50; for recent PhD graduates, the age requirement is under 35.
Number of Openings
Journalism: 0–1 position
Broadcasting, Television, and Audiovisual Communication: 0–1 position
Communication Studies: 0–2 positions
Contact Information
Contact Person: Ms. Wang
Email: gxwrs@pku.edu.cn
Address: School of Journalism and Communication, Peking University,
No. 5 Yiheyuan Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100871, China
Application Materials
Applicants should submit their materials by email to the contact address above, with the email subject line:
“Application for Faculty Position at the School of Journalism and Communication.”
Required materials include:
Personal statement
Curriculum vitae
Proof of academic degrees
Major research outputs
Representative publications
Future work plan
At least three letters of recommendation from independent external referees
(additional letters from PKU internal peers, supervisors, or collaborators may also be included)
For applications to tenured positions (Professor or Tenured Associate Professor), the School will conduct external peer review in accordance with tenure evaluation procedures. Applicants may suggest potential reviewers; the School will contact referees directly.
Recruitment is open throughout the year 2025.
