Communications Studies Faculty - Open Rank
Communications Studies Faculty - Open Rank
Kansas State University
About This Role
Kansas State Salina seeks applications for a full-time, nine-month faculty member in Communication Studies. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute actively to the Department of Integrated Studies through an anticipated 80% teaching, 10% service, and 10% scholarship load. A successful candidate will be a dynamic educator committed to excellence in teaching, student engagement, and professional development. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and related areas.
This position is ideal for a collaborative and student-focused individual who is passionate about helping students become confident communicators in a variety of academic, professional, and social contexts. This may include pre-college students.
Open rank faculty position opportunities:
Tenure Track: Assistant or Associate Professor
Non-Tenure Track: Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor, Instructor
About Us
Communication faculty at Kansas State University Salina play a vital role in student success in the College of Technology & Aviation, providing learners with opportunities to pursue innovative education, applied research, practical field experiences, and professional lives guided by social awareness and the ability to provide ethically sound solutions in complex global environments. Undergraduate degrees on the K-State Salina Campus include aviation, uncrewed aerial systems, engineering technology, applied business, social work. We offer both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off- vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hr/benefits/
Worksite Option
This position is on-site.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
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MA in Communication Studies or closely related field (PhD required for tenure-track position)
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Evidence of successful teaching in Higher Education
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Demonstrated ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary and multi-programmatic teams
Preferred Qualifications:
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Both in-person and online teaching experience
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Research interest, experience, or engagement in business/industry communication.
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Evidence of scholarship of teaching and publication potential
Other Requirements:
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Applicants must meet accreditation credential requirements to teach college courses.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
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Letter of interest
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Curriculum vitae
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Brief statement of teaching philosophy
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Names and contact information for three current, professional references (titles, phone numbers, mailing and email addresses).
Note: Only complete application packets will be accepted.
Screening of Applications Begins
Immediately and continues until position is filled, with an anticipated start date of August 2025.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6138872
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