Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Communication Studies

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The William & Grace Dial Center for Speech and Communication Studies at the University of Florida’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences seeks a Communication Studies Lecturer or Senior Lecturer on the Instructional Professor Track, beginning August 16, 2027. This is a full-time, nine-month, renewable, non-tenure-accruing appointment, with opportunities for advancement in the Lecturer/Instructional Professor track. The role combines public speaking instruction with administration as Coordinator of the Public Speaking Lab. The Coordinator will train, manage, and assess lab staff; coordinate workshops and events; manage lab hours, appointments, technology, and security protocols; and organize public-speaking-centered events and workshops related to the Dial Center. The position works closely with the Director of Public Speaking and undergraduate and graduate assistants. The successful candidate will teach at least two courses per semester, including foundational public speaking courses and the undergraduate communication practicum. Additional duties include contributing to courses for the UF Quest Initiative, supporting the UF Beyond 120 Initiative, working with student groups, conducting outreach through campus and community partnerships, participating in Center activities, and providing service to the university and communication studies discipline.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Communication Studies or a closely related field, completed by August 15, 2027; an M.A. may be considered if other qualifications are outstanding.
Demonstrated teaching excellence, including evidence of incorporating diverse perspectives into teaching.
A track record of teaching public speaking and other human communication courses.
Experience teaching small, large, and online undergraduate classes.
Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff within the unit and across campus.
A record of scholarly research and conference presentations.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating a communication lab and/or public speaking program.
Familiarity with podcasting, virtual reality, and other technological tools used in public speaking labs.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the Public Speaking Lab.
Train, manage, and assess lab staffers.
Coordinate lab workshops and events.
Manage lab hours, appointments, technology, and security protocols.
Coordinate Dial Center events and workshops focused on public speaking.
Work closely with the Director of Public Speaking and undergraduate and graduate assistants.
Teach a minimum of two courses per semester, including foundational public speaking courses and the undergraduate communication practicum.
Contribute to developing courses for the UF Quest Initiative.
Support the UF Beyond 120 Initiative.
Work with the Center’s student groups.
Conduct outreach through connections and collaborations with other campus units and the local community.
Participate in Center activities and provide service to the university and the communication studies discipline.