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Assistant Professor (Communication, Media, Journalism and Film) - 9 month appointment

First date of consideration: November 8, 2024. Review of applications will continue until filled.

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor (Communication, Media, Journalism and Film) - 9 month appointment

Work Location: Springfield Campus

Department: Communication, Media, Journalism & Film

Pay Grade: Unclassified

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Faculty Appointment Type: Term (9 month)

Begin Date of Appointment: 08/11/2025

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

General Function: The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.

Description of Primary Duties: The successful candidate will teach three classes per semester in undergraduate and graduate level courses in organizational communication or strategic communication. Candidate must be able to teach quantitative research methods at the graduate level. Candidate will advise majors and participate in service activities appropriate to a tenure-track faculty position. Ability to work collegially and supportively with faculty colleagues and alumni with attention to the Missouri State University’s Public Affairs Mission of cultural competence, community engagement, and ethical leadership. Research and service duties as described in department guidelines.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.

Additional Qualifications: Ph.D. in Communication Studies; ABD considered with completion of degree by May 31, 2025; evidence of teaching effectiveness and potential for significant scholarship. Applicants must have a focused research agenda. Applicants will teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in face-to-face and online contexts. Salary commensurate with teaching experience and education.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and Institution.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness - 1

Optional Documents:

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Letter of Recommendation - 1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation - 2 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation - 3 (Non-confidential)
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness - 2
• Unofficial Transcripts - 2
• Unofficial Transcripts - 3

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