Assistant Professor Of Communication

• $64,000 - $68,000 9-month contract, Tenure-track, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: No

The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, contingent upon availability of funding. We seek applicants with expertise in the following areas, including, but not limited to: international/intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, sports communication, strategic communication, and communication and technology.

Publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and applying for competitive grants on a regular basis will be expected for tenure. Annual teaching load will be 2/1 or 1/2 with an expectation of advising multiple Ph.D. students at varying stages of degree completion per academic year. Information about the Ph.D. program can be found here. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in both face-to-face and asynchronous online formats. Assigned courses will be consistent with the area of expertise.

The successful candidate will contribute to the Department of Communication through teaching, research, and service to the department, college, university, and community. We seek applicants who will contribute to the UND LEADS Strategic Plan through a commitment to strong teaching, community service, and meaningful scholarly activity. UND and the College of Arts & Sciences value diverse perspectives and seek applicants who are committed to helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed.

The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please contact UND’s Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen, to explore dual-career opportunities.

• Established capability of conducting and publishing scientific studies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
• Ability and willingness to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Communication
• Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery

• PhD in Communication or related discipline by 8/15/2024
• Successful completion of a Standard Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

• Experience advising and/or mentoring graduate students
• Professional experience in communication field(s)
• Experience and/or demonstrated potential to teach courses in the Department of Communication’s curriculum
• Experience being part of external grant-funded team(s) and evidence of applying for and/or obtaining external funding
• Experience teaching undergraduate-level and graduate-level courses
• Experience teaching HyFlex courses (i.e., teaching a course in face-to-face, synchronous, and asynchronous formats in a single semester)

Contract Period/Start Date

Dates of initial contract are August 16, 2024 - May 15, 2025. Summer teaching may be available but is neither guaranteed nor required.

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2023 and include the following materials:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• List of at least three references (including contact information)
• Research statement (3 pp max)
• Statement of teaching philosophy along with evidence of teaching effectiveness (3 pp max)
• If applicable, proof of eligibility for veteran’s preference
• Official transcripts from the candidate's highest educational institution must be provided upon hire.

Position is open until filled.

Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Soojung Kim.