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NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY

Assistant/Associate Professor, Speech Communication Job at NORTH GREENVILLE UNIV

NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY, Tigerville, SC, United States

Job Details

Job Location
Tigerville Campus - Tigerville, SC

Position Type
Full Time Faculty

Education Level
Graduate Degree

Description

Position Summary:
  • North Greenville University seeks a qualified individual for a Faculty Position in Communication Arts. He/She will cultivate and equip students to serve as transformational leaders for church and society.
  • Rank assignment will be commensurate with education/experience. This position includes a competitive salary and benefit package.
  • Candidates must have a Christian commitment and the ability to integrate the Christian faith with traditional coursework.
  • The position will begin August, 2024; January, 2025; or August, 2025.

Responsibilities:
  • Teach Communication courses in
    • Oral Communication
    • Small Group Communication
    • Interpersonal Communication
    • Cross-Cultural Communication
    • Communication Strategies
  • Student advising
  • Committee assignments
  • Other responsibilities assigned by the Associate Dean

Physical Requirements:
  • Hearing: Hear well enough to interact successfully with students and colleagues.
  • Mobility: Teach classes, move between departments, and attend meetings across campus.
  • Talking: Teaching classes and private lessons.
  • Cognitive/Emotional: Ability to critically think and concentrate.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
  • This position is a full-time position in the School of Communication and reports to the Associate Dean of the School.

WORK SCHEDULE
  • The general university schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. However, this may change due to course schedules, scheduled meetings, etc. Occasional work on Saturdays and evenings may be required for recruiting, advising, etc. This is a nine-month appointment.


Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in communication or related field is required.
  • Preference will be given to applicants holding an earned terminal degree in communication or related field.
  • ABD candidates will be considered.
  • Effective teaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach a wide variety of communication classes, including core communication courses.
  • Evidence of scholarly potential
  • A passion for teaching
  • Supports NGU's mission statement and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle, and character in keeping with a biblical model.
  • Affirm an understanding of, and willingness not to teach contrary to, the Baptist Faith & Message 2000
  • Affirm understanding of, and willingness not to teach contrary to, the University's Statement on Human Flourishing