Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech AF8980

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Psychology and Speech at Oklahoma State University seeks applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech with a start date of August 2026. This is a temporary, non-tenure-track, 9 month position. This position will teach 4 courses each semester. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach in-person courses on the Stillwater, OK campus; however, applicants able to teach online courses remotely will also be considered.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech Communication, Communication Studies, or a closely related field by the start date (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Evidence of successful teaching at the college or university level, or strong promise of effective teaching
• Ability to teach introductory public speaking and related communication courses
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Speech Communication, Communication Studies, or a closely related field
• Experience working with high school students is particularly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses effectively

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester in Speech Communication, with primary instructional needs in SPCH 2713 Introduction to Speech Communication.
• Potentially teach SPCH 2713 through Cowboy Concurrent Online courses (CCO), which are online dual-credit courses that provide high school students across Oklahoma with access to college coursework while still in high school.
• Depending on departmental needs and the candidates' qualifications, potentially teach upper-division courses such as SPCH 4753 Intercultural Communication.
• Contribute to departmental instructional needs.
• Maintain regular office hours.
• Participate in routine departmental activities related to teaching.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to support student success.

What This Job Offers

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