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Assistant Professor of Instruction - Communication Job at University of South Fl

Assistant Professor of Instruction - Communication Job at University of South Fl

MediabistroTampa, FL, United States
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Overview

Assistant Professor of Instruction - Communication. 9-month, full-time, non-tenure-earning position in the Department of Communication at the University of South Florida. Specialization in group communication or related courses.

A PhD in Communication is required. Applicants who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by the appointment start date on August 7, 2026. Salary is $55,000.

Responsibilities

  • Teach group communication courses face-to-face and online.
  • Coordinate undergraduate communication courses; experience or demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple sections preferred.
  • Teach additional courses in the department’s undergraduate curriculum, which may include business and professional communication such as interview communication.
  • Coordinate the general education group communication course and engage in curricular development and assessment in accordance with university and state requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication from an accredited institution at the time of appointment and demonstrate a record of teaching group communication or related courses. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications : Preference will be given to applicants with :

  • A record of teaching courses in business and professional communication (e.g., interview communication)
  • Experience with curriculum development and / or assessment
  • Experience with coordinating or assisting in coordinating multi-section courses
  • Experience with online teaching

    • How to Apply

    When applying, you will have the opportunity to upload all required materials in one attachment. Only online applications are accepted for this position. Please submit the following, compiled in one PDF document, by 11 / 03 / 25, in this order :

  • A cover letter (no longer than two pages) that includes information related to teaching and researching group communication or related courses, and the applicant’s approach to coordinating multi-section undergraduate courses.
  • A CV
  • Names and contact information for three (3) references
  • Supplemental materials, including a statement of teaching philosophy and teaching portfolio; letters of reference may be requested at a later date.

    • Review of applications will begin after 11 / 03 / 25. Questions about this position should be addressed to Aubrey Huber, Search Committee Chair (aubreyahuber@usf.edu).

    Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations, contact the department at 813-974-3703 / Han Penland (hpenland@usf.edu), a minimum of five working days in advance. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening and HB 7017.

    About Us

    Working at USF : With approximately 16,000 employees, USF is one of the region's largest employers and values a talented, engaged workforce. USF offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement options, tuition programs, leave, and employee discounts.

    About USF : The University of South Florida is a top-ranked public research university serving about 50,000 students across campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and has strong research and innovation indicators.

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