What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor (Communication, Media, Journalism and Film)-9 month appointm position at Missouri State University?
Assistant Professor (Communication, Media, Journalism and Film) - 9 month appointment
First date of consideration is November 8, 2024. Review of applications will continue until filled.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
Position Information
Position Title : Assistant Professor (Communication, Media, Journalism and Film) - 9 month appointment
Work Location : Springfield Campus
Department : Communication, Media, Journalism & Film
HR Home Department : 020211 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA, JOURNALISM & FILM
Pay Grade : Unclassified
Position Availability : Available to all applicants.
Faculty Appointment Type : Term (9 month)
Begin Date of Appointment : 08 / 11 / 2025
Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt
General Function
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.
Description of Primary Duties
The successful candidate will teach three classes per semester in undergraduate and graduate level courses in organizational communication or strategic communication. Candidate must be able to teach quantitative research methods at the graduate level.
Candidate will advise majors and participate in service activities appropriate to a tenure-track faculty position. Ability to work collegially and supportively with faculty colleagues and alumni with attention to the Missouri State University’s Public Affairs Mission of cultural competence, community engagement, and ethical leadership.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Additional Qualifications
Ph.D. in Communication Studies; ABD considered with completion of degree by May 31, 2025; evidence of teaching effectiveness and potential for significant scholarship. Applicants must have a focused research agenda. Applicants will teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in face to face and online contexts. Salary commensurate with teaching experience and education.
Link to Job Description
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Open Date
10 / 11 / 2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
First date of consideration is November 8, 2024. Review of applications will continue until filled.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO / AA and Diversity Statement
Non-Discrimination Statement : Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students.
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts - 1
- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness - 1
Optional Documents
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