Assistant or Associate Professor of Communication

Thrive in Christian Community • Marshall, TX

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About The Position

East Texas Baptist University invites applications for a full-time, career-track position as Assistant or Associate Professor of Communication in the Department of Communication. The position begins August 2026 and will include teaching responsibilities, participation in departmental meetings and review, contribution to curriculum development, and student advising duties.

Requirements

• ETBU seeks a qualified individual with a terminal degree in communication (or related field) and experience in applied media and strategic communication.
• Candidates currently pursuing a terminal degree may be considered.
• Candidates should have teaching experience and a record of professional involvement.
• Candidates must have a strong commitment to academic scholarship and teaching, as well as the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues.
• Candidates must possess an appreciation and commitment to teach in Christian higher education through the integration of biblical faith and learning.
• The Employee must be a professing Christian believer with a demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Employee must be a model of Christ-like character, servant leadership, integrity, ethics and biblical/moral truths.
• Employee must support ETBU’s distinct Christ-centered educational mission and share the institutional commitment to the integration of biblical faith and academic learning.
• Employee shall possess a commitment to Christ-centered, faith-integrated service and devotion to students’ intellectual enlightenment, spiritual formation, servant leadership development, and career preparation.
• Employee agrees that he or she is an active member of a local Baptist church or Christian denominational church, and regularly attends church.
• Further, as a servant leader and role model for the students of ETBU, employee is required to participate in the life of the University via institutional meetings, Chapel services, committee participation, local community ministry/service, and campus activities and events.
• Employee provides active support of the spiritual, intellectual, and educational ideals, values, activities, and objectives of East Texas Baptist University; and conforms to Christian standards of faith and service.

Responsibilities

• Teaches undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned, with emphasis in the areas of applied media and strategic communication.
• Develops syllabus and course content.
• Selects textbook and other course materials.
• Uses Learning Management System (Canvas) to post course content and grades.
• Maintains availability to meet with students concerning courses.
• Advises and mentors undergraduate students.
• Participates in scholarly activities and professional development.
• Participates in departmental and university activities.
• Serves on department and program committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree