Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
About The Position
The Communication Studies Program at Louisiana State University of Alexandria (the fastest growing university in the state of Louisiana) 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 with special consideration given to a candidate's area of specialization. This position implies both competency in the discipline of Communication Studies as well as an enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring college students. LSUA is focused only on undergraduate education, and because of this, we place great emphasis on the scholarship of teaching. The successful candidate will be required to maintain a full-time annual teaching load, maintain involvement and interaction both with students and the university as a whole. At LSUA, we aren't afraid to work hard. We get involved, we set up our own tables, and we get excited about new dry erase markers. Academic rigor is a priority, but we're also looking for a team player who values collaboration and teamwork.
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
Benefits
- LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
