Assistant Professor Communication Job at Auburn University in Auburn

Overview

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Position Information: Job Title Assistant Professor Communication; Posting Number P2207F

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health communication, health campaigns, media and health, qualitative research methods.
• Preference for candidates who can teach more general communication courses, including organizational communication, communication theory, and persuasion.
• Engage in scholarly research or appropriate creative work; teach five courses per year; contribute to service to the school, college, university, and professional associations (e.g., National Communication Association or International Communication Association).
• Teach graduate-level courses and direct theses and projects in the graduate program.
• Demonstrate ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health communication and related health communication processes; develop health communication courses, especially those dealing with community-based health.
• Be prepared to teach in person on campus; willing to teach large lecture courses; interest in developing online courses and/or study abroad opportunities.
• Salary is competitive, dependent on qualifications and funding.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Ph.D. in Communication or related field at the start of appointment; demonstrated record of excellence in teaching college-level courses; strong scholarly or creative productivity or potential; ABD candidates may be considered.
• If doctoral degree is not completed by Aug. 16, 2026, the position reverts to instructor; offer withdrawn if Ph.D. is not earned by May 15, 2027.
• Eligibility to work in the United States at the start of appointment; excellent communication skills.

Preferred/Additional Information

• Review of applications begins October 10, 2025 and continues until a candidate is selected.
• Inquiries: Mike Milford, Search Committee Chair: msm0019@auburn.edu
• Application Website: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55890
• Submit CV, cover letter, transcripts, statement of research, evidence of teaching effectiveness/evaluations, and names/contact information for three references.

About the School and University

Auburn University is one of the nation’s premier land-grant institutions. The 2024 U.S. News & World Report identified Auburn as the top public university in Alabama and among the top 100 in the nation. The School of Communication and Journalism has approximately 850 students and close to 50 faculty members. Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer.

Location and Community

Auburn, Alabama is a vibrant college town located near Atlanta, Lake Martin, and the Gulf of Mexico, with a low cost of living and high quality of life.

Equal Opportunity

Posting is open until filled. It is the policy of Auburn University to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law.