Hope is hiring: Communication - Visiting Assistant Professor - Generalist in Mis

Special Instructions

All applications received by March 31, 2025 will be given full consideration.

Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:

• Cover letter of application addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jayson Dibble
• A CV or resume
• Written articulation of teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching strength (e.g., teaching evals)
• Statement of support for the Christian mission of Hope College: Applicants should devote particular attention to the Christian aspect of the mission statement and their personal engagement with faith and/or a faith community.
• Contact information for three references (including current email addresses). Those references will be contacted by Human Resources only if additional information is needed.

Position Information

Position Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction

The Department of Communication at Hope College seeks applicants for a one-year visiting assistant professor of instruction beginning Fall 2025. We seek a generalist with demonstrated strength in teaching introductory courses required for the major (e.g., COMM 101, COMM 151), with preference given to candidates who can also teach electives within the curriculum such as interpersonal communication and/or small group communication. This is a non-tenure track hire without promise of renewal, and the teaching load is 4/4. The department seeks a strong teacher and ambassador for the field of communication who can assist to attract new majors and promote both graduate education and vocational discernment.

Is this a visiting faculty position? Yes

Rank: Assistant

Qualifications

Applicants must possess, at a minimum, a completed master’s degree in Communication or a related field (PhD preferred, ABDs welcome to apply) and show promise of strength in teaching in a Christian, undergraduate, liberal arts setting.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as computers, printers, and copy machines; occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be requested for temporary or permanent conditions that require accommodations.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position-specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks, and/or transportation record review.

Posting Information

Posting Number: 2023-101FR

Job Posting Open Date: 02/03/2025

Job Posting Close Date: 04/06/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Is this position available for sponsorship: No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Mission: Christian response
• Teaching Philosophy
• Teaching Evaluations
• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
• Unofficial Undergraduate Transcripts

Optional Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Mission: Global/diversity response

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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