Assistant Professor - Communication

Position Information

2012626Faculty

Assistant Professor - Communication

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education.

Regular

Tenure Track

9 month

No

Position Summary Information

The Department of Communication at Austin Peay State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic year 2025-2026. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field. Applicants with ABD status may be considered, but must have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2025.

The position is in the Professional Communication major. It requires experience in Public Relations and/or Corporate Communication. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in a 4/4 annual teaching load, develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international communication organizations is required.

• Maintain a 4/4 teaching load, teaching courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of Austin Peay's students
• Utilize effective teaching methods, diverse teaching techniques and teaching modalities, and multiple evaluation and assessment procedures as a means to help meet the needs of Austin Peay's students
• Demonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to one's curricular area
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda
• Keep up-to-date with one's field and curricular areas by reading and reviewing current scholarly or creative works and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and faculty development activities
• Advise students, fulfill departmental, college, and university committee assignments
• Demonstrate the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of Austin Peay State University, its academic units, and its campus community
• Demonstrate respect for and support Austin Peay State University's diverse campus community and student population

• Knowledge of current practices in professional communication and social media
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytic and problems solving skills
• Active and effective listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and students
• Ability to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communication

• Earned Ph.D. in Communication or related field from an accredited institution at time of appointment; ABD applicants may be considered, but must have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience teaching at the college or university level;
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: corporate communication, marketing communication, and/or public relations;
• Evidence of potential ability in academic assignment and/or professional contributions and activities;
• Evidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrity;
• A background search will be required of the successful applicant.

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching online courses.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience working with learning management systems.

Posting Detail Information

08/30/2024

Yes

A Focus on Diversity:

Austin Peay State University prides itself on on having a diverse student body and diversity among faculty and staff. The Department of Communication is a part of the APSU College of Arts and Letters. As such, the College reiterates its commitment to diversity through its own Diversity Statement:

"The College of Arts & Letters at Austin Peay State University is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement to foster diversity. Providing diverse voices and viewpoints is essential to achieving our mission and vision of educating informed global citizens. We welcome all people, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political views, or veteran status and we seek to safeguard the safety, dignity, and well-being of all people. We encourage and accept expressions of diversity in all of its forms."

Austin Peay State University (APSU) does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored by APSU.

• Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV.
• If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the "Optional Documents" section under the "Letter of Reference" tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to "~~~" or hard copy to "Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044" with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.
• If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application under the "Unofficial Transcript" tab before finalizing and submitting your application.
• You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted.

Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.

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Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its program and activities.

The Office of Institutional Culture has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University's nondiscrimination/harassment policies, Browning Building, Room 136, Clarksville, TN 37044, Phone: ~~~, Email: ~~~.