Open Rank Professor - Communication

Texas A&M University - Commerce • Austin, TX

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About The Position

East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Communication (Strategic Communication, Tenure-Track/Tenured). This position will begin Fall 2026. An active research agenda, student advising, and service at the department, college, university, and professional levels are expected. As a student-ready university with a Carnegie R2 classification, ETAMU is committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research, preparing all students for success in their chosen fields. The successful candidate will contribute to the B.A./B.S. in Communication Studies and play a key role in the launch and development of the proposed Master of Arts in Strategic Communication, designed to serve the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region and beyond. These programs have strong institutional backing, including support for adding future faculty lines to ensure sustainable growth and excellence. This is a distinctive opportunity to join ETAMU at a moment of expansion, helping to build signature programs that will serve students across the region and beyond. As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

Requirements

• Education: Ph.D. in Communication, Media, Journalism, or closely related field by start date.
• Experience/Knowledge/Skills: Evidence of teaching effectiveness or strong potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate Strategic Communication courses; emerging record or strong potential for peer-reviewed scholarship; ability to teach online and face-to-face.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None

Nice To Haves

• Professional or academic experience in public relations, advertising, campaigns, or digital/social media strategy.
• Grant activity is encouraged and supported through institutional resources.

Responsibilities

• 4/4 standard teaching load. Faculty are eligible to apply for competitive course releases to support significant research, publication projects, and grant activity.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, with emphasis on M.A. core offerings.
• Collaborate with the College of Business to integrate digital strategy, marketing, and analytics coursework into the program.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program leadership for the M.A. in Strategic Communication, aligning courses with professional and academic needs in the DFW area.
• Develop, deliver, and assess courses with attention to learning outcomes in both face-to-face and online modalities.
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed scholarship.
• Mentor graduate students not only in research but also in applied and field opportunities that prepare them for professional success.
• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and student support.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree