Assistant Professor of Speech Communication Job at Scholarshipdb in Jackson
Scholarshipdb, Jackson, MS, United States, 39200
Assistant Professor of Speech Communication
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Speech Communication
Department: Speech Communication & Theatre
Location: Main Campus
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 01/02/2024
Position Summary:
The Department of Speech Communication and Theatre in the College of Liberal Arts is accepting applications for a position as Assistant Professor of Speech Communication (Tenure-Track).
Qualifications:
Minimum Required Education:
Candidates must have terminal degree (PhD) in Speech, Communication Studies, or other relevant discipline by date of appointment.
Minimum Required Experience:
- Three (3) or more years of successful relevant teaching experience at the college level which can include GTA experience.
- Proven publishing experience in peer-reviewed publications.
Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications:
None required.
Skills and Abilities:
- Candidates must be capable of teaching a range of courses within the communication discipline, for general education students as well as majors and graduate students.
- The ideal candidate demonstrates experience and versatility in inclusive pedagogy.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Direct undergraduate theses and projects.
- Advise undergraduate students.
- Contribute to the intellectual life of the department through individual and collaborative initiatives.
- Maintain an active research and publishing agenda.
- Perform departmental and university committee service, attend in-person meetings and events (i.e. commencement).
- Maintain a schedule for professional development.
EEO Statement:
Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Background Check Statement:
Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.