Lecturer of Speech

Texas A&M University System • San Antonio, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Sociology and Communication at Texas A&M University–San Antonio seeks a qualified candidate for a full-time, non-tenure-track appointment in Communication beginning in Spring 2027. The successful candidate will teach introductory Speech Communication courses, including classes for Dual Credit/Early College High School (DC/ECHS) students. The base teaching load is 5/5. Summer teaching assignments may be available but are not guaranteed. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The position requires in-person teaching, including teaching DC/ECHS students at the university campus and/or local high school campuses. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume/CV, unofficial transcripts, and professional references. The letter should explain teaching experience and address courses the applicant is prepared to teach, as well as approaches and experience teaching first-generation college and DC/ECHS students. Finalists must arrange for at least three current recommendation letters to be sent directly to the Search Committee Chair. Appointment is contingent on credential verification and a criminal history investigation.

Requirements

• PhD or master's degree in Communication Studies, Speech Communication, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution by the time of appointment.
• At least 18 graduate credit hours in Communication/Speech.
• University teaching experience in Public Speaking or closely related courses commensurate with the rank of Lecturer.
• Availability to teach in-person classes.
• Availability to teach DC/ECHS students at the Texas A&M–San Antonio campus and/or local high school campuses.
• Finalists must provide at least three current letters of recommendation sent directly by the authors.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation and verification of credentials and other required information.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory Speech Communication courses, including Dual Credit/Early College High School classes.
• Teach in-person classes at the Texas A&M–San Antonio campus and/or local high school campuses.
• Meet the base teaching load of 5/5.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level