Professor of Communication (Rank of Full Professor)

Oral Roberts University • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

Oral Roberts University’s School of Communication & Public Affairs in the College of Arts & Cultural Studies is hiring a Professor of Communication at the rank of full professor. The position is full time and is expected to begin in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. The successful candidate will teach in the undergraduate and graduate communication programs, which use residential and hybrid formats, and contribute to the university’s teaching, scholarship, and service mission. ORU encourages an active research agenda and seeks faculty who can integrate faith and learning.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Communication.
• A record of teaching, scholarship, and service worthy of the rank of full professor.
• Ability to effectively integrate faith and learning.
• Knowledge of higher education practices.
• Adeptness in using diverse instructional techniques to inspire and engage students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Teach courses in undergraduate and graduate communication programs in residential and hybrid formats; the standard faculty teaching load is 12 hours per semester.
• Teach in face-to-face and virtual or hybrid modalities.
• Provide academic advisement and direction to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Connect students with internship opportunities and review those opportunities.
• Engage in scholarly research, presentations, publications, and professional development activities.
• Serve on school, college, or university committees.
• Participate in university activities, including faculty meetings, committee meetings, retreats, and chapel services.
• Take an active role in leading and developing new graduate programming.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree