What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communication Professor Tenure Track position at Saint Xavier University?
SummaryThe Communication Program at Saint Xavier University, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track open rank professor position in Communication to join our dynamic undergraduate major which focuses on strategic, media, and sport communication. Although the area of expertise is open, we are particularly interested in candidates who can support and expand coursework in the strategic communication emphasis. The ability to teach a variety of strategic communication courses in social media, leadership, and other organizational communication topics is desired. All faculty in the department also support our university wide general education course in public speaking.
Start date is in the Fall of 2025. Rank depends on credentials and years of experience; salary commensurate with experience.
Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesTeach 12 credit hours each semester in communication courses related to one's area of expertiseEstablish a program of research leading to peer-reviewed publications and presentationsMentor undergraduate students in student-faculty researchProvide service to the program, college, and university
QualificationsDoctorate in communication or a closely related discipline (ABD applicants will be considered, contingent on a successful doctoral defense prior to August 1, 2025)Evidence of or potential for excellent teaching, including use of evidence-based best practices in teaching and learningDemonstrated research potentialInterest in engaging undergraduate students in researchEnthusiasm toward serving a diverse student populationSupport for the Saint Xavier University Mission ()Permission to work in the United StatesApplication MaterialsPlease provide a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, research statement, sample syllabi for undergraduate courses, copies of transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three letters of recommendation. Please name files as "Lastname_CV," etc. Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Brad Mello, search committee chair, at .DeadlineReview of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional ExpectationsWe inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.
The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision, and core values of the University.
Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bonafide occupational qualifications of each applicant.
