Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Education / Training
Full Time
Title: Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Concentration: Organizational Communications
Division: Provost's Office
Department: College of Liberal Arts
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Annual Salary
EEO Job Group: 2 C5
Position Summary
The Communication and Media Department at the University of Southern Indiana, a public university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a 9-month tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in communication studies with a specialty in organizational communication. Appointment will begin August 2025.
Duties/Responsibilities
The assistant professor position will be expected to teach face-to-face and online, accelerated undergraduate and graduate courses in organizational communication (and related areas as needed), maintain an active research agenda culminating in peer reviewed publications, and engage in professional and university service activities.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must hold or be nearing completion (ABD) of a doctoral degree in communication studies with an emphasis in organizational communication. Applicants in the process of finishing their degree will be considered at the rank of Instructor if the degree will be conferred by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2025, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2026.
About the College
https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts
About the Department
Information on the Communication and Media Department may be found at: Communication Degree Programs at the University of Southern Indiana - University of Southern Indiana
Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
- Letter of application
- Current curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts
Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Erin Dennis, search committee chair, at eegilles@usi.edu.
Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials before November 26, 2024.
Pre-Employment Screening
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Authorization to Work in the United States
USI will sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.
Interview Accommodations
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.
EEO Statement
The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
