Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (School of Communication) Job at Florida S

Overview Job Title: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (School of Communication) — Location: Tallahassee, FL. Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 61197. Department: School of Communication | College of Communication & Information. Responsibilities The School of Communication at Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position specializing in science communication. We seek candidates who approach this topic from a wide variety of methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and/or critical scholars. FSU’s School of Communication has a long-standing reputation for cutting-edge research, teaching excellence, and public outreach that influence and lead the field of communication and related industries. The successful candidate will have a strong record of scholarship in science communication, demonstrated through high-quality publications. Successful candidates will be asked to teach two courses per semester. Conduct research focused on applied and/or theoretical issues in science communication. Seek extramural funding to support a successful research agenda. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Communication, with opportunities to develop new courses in areas of expertise. Engage in service to the School, University, and academic community. Qualifications A Ph.D. in Communication, Information Science, and/or related field is required. ABD candidates will be considered if their degree will be conferred by August 2026. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses that complement existing School strengths. We are especially interested in scholars focusing on science communication with a record of seeking and acquiring extramural funding. We are interested in scholars exploring science communication from a wide range of perspectives, including but not limited to environmental, health, and/or risk messaging, strategic communication campaigns, politicization of health and science information, environmental justice, community resilience, and/or community competence in communication. All viewpoints, methods, and levels of analysis are welcome. Who is an ideal candidate Successful candidates will support the University and School’s mission of facilitating high-impact research activities that can help bridge the divide between academia and the broader public. They will have a strong commitment to mentoring undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students and to transdisciplinary research, teaching, service, and community outreach. Contact Information If you have any questions, please contact: Dr. Katherine Dale Search Committee Chair katherine.dale@cci.fsu.edu University Information Florida State University is a premier research university that fosters knowledge in sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions. Founded in 1851, FSU is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. It emphasizes liberal arts and critical thinking within a vibrant academic and professional community. FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Information about Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs is available on the university website. An interactive tool is provided to calculate Total Compensation options based on salary, benefits, retirement contributions, leave, and other employment-related perks. How To Apply To apply for this Faculty position, complete the online application via the university’s faculty jobs portal. Applicants are required to provide education details even if attaching a Vita. Include a cover letter addressing research program and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae with education details, and a list of three references. Three letters of recommendation will be required at the second stage of the interview process. The deadline to apply is October 15. Considerations This is a Faculty position. This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check. Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr