Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication Studies

Employer: Sam Houston State University
Location: College of Humanities and Social Sciences

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Faculty Jobs: Professional Fields, Communication & Journalism
Position Type: Assistant Professor
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication Studies

Requisition:

202500021F

Rank:

Visiting Assistant Professor

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type:

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College:

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department:

Dept of Communication Studies

Open Date:

03/10/2025

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42716

Contact Name:

Dr. Colton Krawietz

Title:

Search Committee Chair
Department of Communication Studies
Sam Houston State University
Box 2299
Huntsville, TX 77341-2299

Contact Phone:

936-294-1497

Contact Email:

cek043@shsu.edu

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:

The department invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor position. We seek an empiricist with a strong foundation in interpersonal and/or organizational communication who utilizes quantitative, qualitative, or a mixed method approach to research. The ideal candidate would have a research and teaching focus in areas such as social influence, organizational or mediated messages, strategic communication, risk communication, communication and technology, or science communication. The position would begin Fall 2025.

Candidates who can contribute to the excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service as well as candidates who possess a deep interest in teaching.

Educational Requirements for the Position:

Candidate should have a Ph.D. (in hand prior to start date) in Communication Studies.

Experience Required for the Position:

Required teaching includes courses such as strategic communication, risk communication, culture & theory and applied communication. University-level teaching experience is desirable. Experience in online teaching is a positive qualification. The teaching load is three courses per semester including graduate teaching.

Other Requirements for the Position:

Candidate should have a record of conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications that strongly indicates future success in scholarly research, evidence of excellent teaching, a record of service, and the ability to teach courses that will contribute to the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Where appropriate, the candidate will be expected to collaborate with colleagues to advance the research mission of Sam Houston State University through pursuit of internal and external funding, strategic development initiatives, and collaborative partnerships.

Special Instructions Summary:

Our department offers both a BA and BS in Communication Studies and an online MA in Communication Studies with a strong interpersonal communication focus. The department prepares students for a variety of fields, including teaching at all levels, public advocacy, public relations, governmental relations, and law. The department also offers an innovative communication research lab that supports a variety of faculty research programs.
Sam Houston State University is the twelfth largest university in Texas, with over 21,000 students, and is currently ranked #8 in The Best Schools index of The Best Online Master’s in Communication. More information can be found at https://thebestschools.org/rankings/masters/best-online-masters-communications/

Our main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, an area characterized by a relatively low cost of living, great natural beauty, and access to nearby cities such as Houston, Dallas, The Woodlands, and Austin. More information can be found at http://www.chamber.huntsville.tx.us/
Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their qualifications for the position, transcripts, curriculum vita, research statement, teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching excellence. Applications must also include three letters of recommendation.

Prospective Faculty:https://www.shsu.edu/dept/academic-affairs/prospective-faculty/index.html

All materials should be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Colton Krawietz.

For full consideration, please submit a complete application packet by April 4, 2025.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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About Sam Houston State University

For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 21,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.

SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.

Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.

Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.

SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.

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