deadline Feb 13, 2015

Augustana College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Communication Studies. Ph.D. is strongly preferred, although ABD will be considered. Position is open to experienced colleagues at all levels; rank is dependent on qualifications. The college has a rich and active tradition of engagement with its community and the world; the department has a rich tradition of providing leadership to the college and to its interdisciplinary programs. As a result, we are looking for colleagues who are broadly educated in the field, and appreciative of the role of communication in a liberal arts education. The department participates actively in the college's interdisciplinary General Education program, and we will encourage our new colleagues to design and teach courses there. The department's current curriculum is richly diverse, and we are open to adding courses that reflect our new colleagues’ strengths and passions. This position requires expertise in organizational and strategic communication that informs corporate and nonprofit practice: communication technologies, public relations, crisis management, building sales and/or donor relationships, training and professional development, ethics and social responsibility, and leadership. This individual will oversee the college’s certificate in nonprofit leadership development which is housed in our department.

The teaching load at the college is seven courses over three terms; first year teaching load is typically six courses. Questions about this position should be directed to the Department Chair, Ellen Hay, [log in to unmask] . Review of applications will begin immediately. To assure full consideration, application materials should arrive by February 13, 2015.


Application Process –
A complete application will include the following:
•letter of application
•curriculum vitae
•copy of graduate transcripts
•statement of teaching philosophy
•evidence of teaching effectiveness
•sample of scholarly writing
•three letters of recommendation

All application materials should be mailed to:
Search #112-15 Comm St. LD,
C/O Pareena Lawrence, Dean of the College,
Augustana College,
639 – 38th Street,
Rock Island, IL 61201
or submit materials via email to [log in to unmask] .

Augustana College is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from women and persons of diverse ethnic backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or creed.

Assistant Professor of Communication, starting August 2015, pending budgetary approval

Position: Assistant Professor of Communication, starting August 2015, pending budgetary approval.

Qualifications: Candidates ideally will understand current best practices of public relations with a rhetorical or critical background. Candidates with an interest in issues of diversity and inclusion are preferred. Candidates who have an earned doctorate in public relations or communication, or have a reasonable expectation of completing all requirements for the degree prior to August 15, 2015, are preferred.

Demonstrated excellence in teaching and evidence of a record of continuing or promising scholarly/ creative activity are required. Demonstrated commitment to support the success of students
from underrepresented groups is also required. Experience mentoring students of color and/or diverse socio-economic backgrounds as well as mentoring graduate students is desirable.

Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses both Fall and Spring semesters related to public relations and other relevant courses in organizational or communication theory, depending on academic expertise. The ability to teach in introductory and general education courses is also expected. Other responsibilities include maintaining an active research and/or creative activities agenda and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

University: WMU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer consistent with applicable federal and State law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Candidates who bring diverse perspectives to the School through their research and teaching and have successful experience mentoring students of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Salaries are competitive. The academic year is eight months (late August through April). Generous fringe benefits, including full TIAA/CREF contributions, are provided as are opportunities to teach in the summer for additional compensation.

Starting Date: August 2015.

Applications: Review of applications will begin February 5, 2015, and will continue until filled. Applicants should visit http://www.wmich.edu/hr/careers-at-wmu.htm to apply. Online applications should include: a) vita, and b) letter of application which addresses fulfillment of qualifications including summary of research program, summary of teaching experience, and pedagogical philosophy.

Graduate transcripts should be mailed directly to: Public Relations Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Western Michigan University, 1903 W. Michigan, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5318.

In electronic format, applicants must provide a) summary of teaching evaluations, b) two examples of research activity, and c) three letters of recommendation sent to [log in to unmask]; For further information: http://www.wmich.edu/communication.