Assistant Professor of Communication: Theory & Methods
About The Position
The San Diego State University School of Communication seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in communication theory and methods. The successful candidate is expected to have a strong program of communication scholarship grounded in communication theory and methods, with applications across instructional, interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, health, environmental, or digital communication that support a rigorous and impactful research agenda. The faculty member will be expected to teach and serve as the coordinator for three foundational undergraduate courses: communication theory (COMM 300–Conceptualizing Communication), communication methods (COMM 350–Investigating Communication), and the culminating undergraduate capstone course (COMM 495–Communication Capstone). At the graduate level, they will teach foundational courses in communication theory (COMM 610) and methods (COMM 602). The School of Communication envisions sustained excellence in advancing communication scholarship, promoting social justice, fostering relationships, and enhancing the public good. We enact this vision through inspired teaching, innovative collaborative research, and impactful community engagement. The School of Communication is looking for a candidate who complements our existing disciplinary diversity spanning organizational, health, interpersonal/relational, rhetorical, intercultural, digital, and critical-cultural communication studies in a collegial environment that supports interdisciplinary collaboration.
Requirements
- A record of original research/scholarly accomplishments
- Demonstrated capacity to a) develop a vigorous and independent program of research/scholarship, b) teach communication courses; and c) engage in both campus and professional service activities.
- Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least three of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria.
- PhD degree in communication, with all degree requirements met by the date of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated expertise in the discipline and its methodologies
- Record of teaching foundational communication courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
- Strong program of communication scholarship within the context of instructional, interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, health, and/or digital communication research that aligns with our R1 university goals
- Experience with peer mentorship, exploring best pedagogical practices in teaching and learning, and willingness to take on administrative responsibilities
- Interest in securing extramural funding
Responsibilities
- Teach and serve as the coordinator for three foundational undergraduate courses: communication theory (COMM 300–Conceptualizing Communication), communication methods (COMM 350–Investigating Communication), and the culminating undergraduate capstone course (COMM 495–Communication Capstone).
- Teach foundational courses in communication theory (COMM 610) and methods (COMM 602) at the graduate level.
- Engage in both campus and professional service activities.
- Direct advanced undergraduate and/or graduate student research.
Benefits
- A rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
