Alvernia University’s Communication & Digital Media Department invites applicants for a fulltime tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor beginning August 2023. 

Required Qualifications: Successful candidates will hold a PhD in communication or related field, possess a commitment to excellence in teaching with a demonstrated ability to incorporate diverse pedagogical approaches in varied learning environments, have a demonstrated commitment to service, and have a defined research agenda. With the Alvernia University Writing Program housed in the Communication & Digital Media Department, the successful applicant will be required to teach two sections of freshman composition and two sections of undergraduate communication courses per semester. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in cross-cultural communication and diversity, equity, & inclusion in the media. 

With Alvernia’s new state-of-the art Reading CollegeTowne facility, our technology driven classrooms, we support scholar practitioners who actively engage in practice and action research. Teaching assignments may include traditional day and adult education accelerated courses, offsite education, and online/blended delivery formats. Commitment to high-impact practices such as service-learning, experiential learning, action research, and use of innovative pedagogy is expected. Department leadership and service opportunities are available. 

Alvernia has a bold approach to becoming a 21st century, modern regional university. This includes the rapid expansion of enrollment through a renewed focus on communication programs, international students, community engagement, and entrepreneurship. We seek professionals who are thoughtful, creative, and nimble and who will add immediate value in the complex environment of private higher education. 

All Alvernia University employees promote Franciscan ideals and adhere to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating a service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability. Alvernia University strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. 

How to Apply: Candidates should apply through this job posting and upload current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, research statement, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Alvernia University is seeking candidates who are committed to excellence of inclusion through working with all constituents of the entire Alvernia community.