Assistant Professor of Speech Communication/Tenure Track

Physical Demands

• Lifting (50 lbs)
• Carrying (50 lbs)
• Stooping, Bending
• Kneeling, Squatting
• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Use of Hands to Finger, Handle or Feel
• Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet and legs)
• Eye-Hand Coordination
• Close Vision (clear vision at 20' or less)
• Hearing
• Cognitive Ability (clear thinking ability, discernment and ability to make decisions. Read, write, problem-solve use of discretion.)

About the Role

The Department of Mass Communication seeks an Assistant Professor who will teach a minimum of 15 credits (or 9 if teaching all graduate courses) per term, which may include in-person, online, day, evening, weekend, off-campus, or distance education courses. Responsibilities include teaching communication studies courses in the undergraduate program and communication theory, research methods, and other core courses in the graduate program. Additionally, the candidate will manage all aspects of the Department's assessment and accreditation reports, serve as a special liaison to the University’s athletic program, assist in recruiting, advising, and registering students, and serve on university committees.

The Department values applicants committed to the University’s mission, the mission of historically black colleges and universities, teaching, learning, and student success, integration of learning outcomes assessment into course development and teaching, use of current and emerging technologies to enhance instruction, and other responsibilities that contribute to the progress of the University.

Required Qualifications

• A terminal degree in Human Communication Studies, Theatre, Mass Communication, or a related field is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
• ABD candidates may be considered, but the appointment will be conditioned on attainment of the terminal degree within a specified time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Credentials with a primary emphasis in communication studies, rhetoric, public speaking, forensics, training and development or leadership.
• Experience in teaching upper and/or lower division courses utilizing current supporting and trending technologies at the university level.
• Experience in professional public discourse and coaching speech and debate.
• Familiarity with accreditation processes and assessment, including data collection, organization, and analysis.