Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) Assistant Professor-FixedTerm in East Lansing, Michigan
Position Summary
The Department of Communication in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University invites applications for a 1-year fixed term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The optimal candidate would be able to teach courses in organizational/leadership and strategic communication. Qualified applicants should have a social scientific focus, a background in quantitative research methods, and expertise to teach large undergraduate courses. Candidates will teach 3 courses per semester and engage in departmental service. Candidates must have a commitment to mentoring undergraduate students, teaching, and service.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Communication or a related field.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
Qualified applicants should have:
- a social scientific focus
- a background in quantitative research methods
- expertise to teach large undergraduate courses
- a commitment to mentoring undergraduate students, teaching, and service
Required Application Materials
(1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications for the position
(2) a vita
(3) the names and contact information of three references
Special Instructions
To apply, please refer to Posting #956895 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website .
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Monique Turner (mmturner@msu.edu). The search committee will begin its evaluation of applicants by July 15, 2024
Website
http://comartsci.msu.edu/communication
Department Statement
The Department of Communication has played a large role in helping to establish the international academic field of communication. Since 1960, the department has awarded 385 doctorates in communication, resulting in a large and vibrant international network of Michigan State graduates and former faculty who now lead communication programs of their own and send many of their best students to Michigan State for advanced training. The department is noted for its long-running excellence in communication theory, research design, quantitative methods training, and an apprentice-like experience for advanced students in research teams.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.