Assistant Professor of Communication Studies

Louisiana State University•Alexandria, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communication Studies Program at Louisiana State University of Alexandria seeks an Assistant Professor to join a dynamic team to teach a range of undergraduate communication courses in a variety of formats (face to face, hybrid, online). The successful candidate will be a communication generalist willing to teach both introductory and upper-level courses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Communication or related field.

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree and teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and teaches courses as assigned
Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments
Prepares syllabi, instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
Maintains highest possible standards of classroom instruction
Regularly keeps office hours and maintains willingness to be receptive to students both in person and through email
Actively serves on university committees
Actively participates in institutional meetings
Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
Stays updated on new information and developments in field of instruction
Assists with curriculum development
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Maintain a full-time annual teaching load of 12 hours per semester
Develop and maintain an active investment in scholarship
Provide academic advising and/or mentoring
Commit to quality involvement and interaction both with students and the university as a whole