Inside Higher Ed
Assistant Professor in Communication
Inside Higher Ed, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Job Overview
Job ID:
286873
Location:
Summerville Campus, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Employment Type:
Full Time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Integrated Strategic Communication
Start Date:
Anticipated August 1, 2026
Responsibilities
Teach assigned courses in Health Communication, Campaigns, Social Media, and COMM 1110 (public speaking)
Maintain a robust record of research and conduct peer‑reviewed research
Provide service to the department, college and university
Serve on department and college committees
Work well with both colleagues and students
Required Qualifications
PhD in communication, mass communication, communication studies, media studies, or a closely related discipline
Early level career as a faculty member (Assistant Professor)
Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements
Evidence of ability as a teacher
Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned
Successful experience (waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements)
Desirable personal qualities judged based on personal interview, biographical data, and recommendations
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and ability to teach media analytics
Expertise in research methods
Shift / Salary / Benefits Academic year based position (August through May). Full‑time equivalent 1.0. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and is subject to availability of funds. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.
College and Department Information The Department of Communication at Augusta University prepares students for today’s rapidly changing workplace and emphasizes transferable skills demanded by employers. The integrated curriculum covers communication studies, journalism, public relations, and audio‑video production, supported by a video production lab, student newspaper and magazine, student television newscast, podcasts, a scholarly journal, and several student organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to pass a background check, and applicants for positions requiring trust or vehicle use must also complete a credit check and provide motor‑vehicle reports as applicable.
How to Apply Apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals. Upload Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc. as a single document.
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286873
Location:
Summerville Campus, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Employment Type:
Full Time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Integrated Strategic Communication
Start Date:
Anticipated August 1, 2026
Responsibilities
Teach assigned courses in Health Communication, Campaigns, Social Media, and COMM 1110 (public speaking)
Maintain a robust record of research and conduct peer‑reviewed research
Provide service to the department, college and university
Serve on department and college committees
Work well with both colleagues and students
Required Qualifications
PhD in communication, mass communication, communication studies, media studies, or a closely related discipline
Early level career as a faculty member (Assistant Professor)
Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements
Evidence of ability as a teacher
Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned
Successful experience (waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements)
Desirable personal qualities judged based on personal interview, biographical data, and recommendations
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and ability to teach media analytics
Expertise in research methods
Shift / Salary / Benefits Academic year based position (August through May). Full‑time equivalent 1.0. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and is subject to availability of funds. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.
College and Department Information The Department of Communication at Augusta University prepares students for today’s rapidly changing workplace and emphasizes transferable skills demanded by employers. The integrated curriculum covers communication studies, journalism, public relations, and audio‑video production, supported by a video production lab, student newspaper and magazine, student television newscast, podcasts, a scholarly journal, and several student organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to pass a background check, and applicants for positions requiring trust or vehicle use must also complete a credit check and provide motor‑vehicle reports as applicable.
How to Apply Apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals. Upload Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc. as a single document.
#J-18808-Ljbffr