Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - La Grande, United States - Eastern Oregon University

Description

Job Description

Summary The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies to join an expanding Communication Studies program.

Position reports directly to the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

The ideal candidate will bring general expertise to teach a range of upper and lower division topics within the discipline including public speaking, conflict management, group, interpersonal, organizational, and/or leadership communication.

Further, demonstrated specialization in topics related to participatory culture, media theory, cinematic/media arts, health communication or related areas will be prioritized.

In collaboration with program colleagues, the position requires leading students through senior capstone curriculum, guiding the delivery of projects centered around civic engagement and community outreach.

Opportunity also exists to develop and teach courses within the candidate's particular area of specialization in a big field of Communication Studies, as well as contribute expertise to student publications, such as the student-run newspaper, given interest and background.

Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated competency for teaching students on-campus and online, bringing a dynamic, student-centered approach.

We seek collaborative, creative individuals with a demonstrated commitment to building student agency through high impact pedagogy, making college success possible for at-risk students, and creating inclusive college cultures that represent the values and experiences of all students.

Though outstanding teaching serves Eastern's primary mission, the successful candidate will also be expected to continue their research agenda, perform university service, and engage in community outreach.

The Communication Studies program currently offers a baccalaureate major and minor, both online and on campus, which are very popular academic pathways for EOU students all across campus.

Communication courses are an integral component of EOU's general education curriculum, which support the University's commitment to a liberal arts and professional education.

This is a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position beginning September 16, 2024. Responsibilities The typical tenure-track teaching contract at EOU includes 36 credits of teaching (appx. 3 courses per quarter) and 9 credits devoted to sustaining a research agenda, service to the institution, and professional outreach to the community. General responsibilities include advising students, working collaboratively with colleagues and community members, engaging in scholarly activity, and providing service to the university, community and/or the profession. Minimum Qualifications A PhD in Communication or related field. ABD candidates on schedule to complete PhD requirements on or before September 2024 are encouraged to apply.

Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching both lower level and upper level college-level courses

Ability to create and/or redesign curriculum in collaboration with Communication colleagues and college faculty from adjacent disciplines

Commitment to personal and professional growth of students, including communication competence, written and oral skills, problem solving abilities, connection to community through experiential learning, and upper level Capstone and research courses

Evidence of engaged disciplinary and/or applied research.

Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

Preferred Qualifications Candidates with a background/professional experience in human or related applied fields of Communication to compliment current faculty in the program with extensive experience in Digital Media and Mass Media curricula.

Demonstrated experience working with rural, first-generation, and online adult student populations, with a strong commitment to a pedagogy of access, equity and diversity.

Candidates who have a demonstrated competency for teaching students on-campus and online, bringing a dynamic, student-centered approach.

Experience, training or certification in using an LMS (EOU uses Canvas) to deliver coursework and engage students meaningfully in their learning.