Lecturer Pool in Department of Communication (Academic Year 25/26)

California State University System • Humboldt, CA

109d • $5,507 - $14,523

About The Position

The Department of Communication is a robust major of approximately 100 majors at Cal Poly Humboldt with a dedicated faculty and engaged student body. We also teach the core oral-communication course required of all Cal Poly Humboldt Students. We have a single major and two minor options: Communication and Social Advocacy. The Department of Communication houses the Debate and Forensics team and the Communication Club. We are located in the majestic redwoods near the Pacific Ocean in a rural county approximately 300 miles north of San Francisco. Depending on successful candidate's background and experience, instructional assignments may include: Speech and Debate, Fundamentals of Speech Communication; Introduction to Human Communication; Critical Listening and Thinking; American Public Discourse; Communication Research; Social Advocacy; Organizational Communication; Communication Theory, Digital Communication, Leadership Communication, Strategic Communication, Environment/Sustainability Communication, Rhetoric of Science, Health Communication, Food Studies, Critical Cultural Communication and Negotiation, Mediation and Crisis Communication. The Communication Department also staffs a full-time Bachelors program in Pelican Bay State Prison - interested faculty who have experience or interest in teaching incarcerated students are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• An earned MA in Communication or related field from an accredited college or university is required at time of appointment.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness is expected.
• Experience developing curriculum/courses/programs that inclusively serve a diverse student population.

Nice To Haves

• A Ph.D. or equivalent in Communication or related field is preferred.
• Experience or interest in teaching incarcerated students.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Communication and Journalism as assigned.
• Develop curriculum and courses that inclusively serve a diverse student population.
• Facilitate community growth through effective teaching practices.

Benefits

• Salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Access to resources for research and teaching on Native American history and cultures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees