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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION

State of Louisiana · Natchitoches, LA · 2 mo ago
TrainingFull-time

About This Job

Northwestern State University's Department of New Media, Journalism, and Communication Arts invites applications for a full-time tenure-track communication faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date for this position is August I, 2026.

Job Duties And Other Information

  • Plans and teaches courses as assigned
  • Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments
  • Prepares syllabi, instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
  • Maintains the highest possible standards of classroom instruction
  • Regularly keeps office hours and maintains a willingness to be receptive to students both in person and through email
  • Actively provides services to the department and to the university
  • Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
  • Stays updated on new information and developments in the field of instruction
  • Affords assistance with curriculum development
  • Participates actively in the department's recruiting efforts
  • Advises students
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

  • The successful candidate will be a generalist able to teach both introductory courses and upper-level courses.
  • At least a master's degree in communication and related field, plus teaching experience required.
  • ABD considered, but degree required by time of hire
  • PhD in Media/Communication Studies or a related field (ABD may be considered)
  • Note: Candidates with a master's degree and 10+ years of industry experience may be considered
  • Demonstrated experience and commitment to teaching in a multicultural environment with students from diverse backgrounds and learning styles
  • Experience in academic advising

Job Duties And Other Information

Plans and teaches courses as assigned
Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments
Prepares syllabi, instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
Maintains the highest possible standards of classroom instruction
Regularly keeps office hours and maintains a willingness to be receptive to students both in person and through email
Actively provides services to the department and to the university
Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
Stays updated on new information and developments in the field of instruction
Affords assistance with curriculum development
Participates actively in the department's recruiting efforts
Advises students
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Benefits for Unclassified Employees

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

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