Morehouse College
Morehouse College is hiring: Communication Studies Tenure-Track Assistant Profes
Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, US, 30383
Position Details
Position Information
Job Type
Faculty
Position Title
Communication Studies Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Intercultural/Interracial Communication
Position Number
F00060
Department
Communications Studies
Location
Morehouse College - Atlanta GA
Position Summary
The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media, and Arts at Morehouse College invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Communication Studies, beginning August 1, 2026. A candidate who possesses expertise in teaching intercultural communication and interracial communication with a strong foundation in the breadth of communication theory as it pertains to detecting and effectively navigating marginalization and power dynamics (e.g., gender, race, socioeconomic status, sexuality) is preferred.
The department is seeking someone who thinks creatively about teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College-to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service. The successful candidate will serve our mission by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of our students, and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of Black people.
The candidate will teach a 3-3 load, advise and mentor students, and will be expected to maintain an appropriate level of scholarly activity and service necessary to secure tenure and promotion at the College. The candidate will also be expected to support the college's general education curriculum.
Questions may be directed to the Department Chair at COMMfacultysearch@morehouse.edu
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a terminal degree in Communications; at least two years of effective teaching experience; ongoing commitment to excellence in teaching; evidence of a productive scholarship program; and service to the profession and community.
Preferred Qualifications
An established research agenda and experience with online teaching formats is preferred.
Preferred Education/Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Assigned courses will include Communication Theory, Special Topics in Communication, Public Speaking, Intercultural Communication, Small Group Communication, and other communication courses as determined by the Department Chair.
Physical Demands
Compensation
Teaching Responsibility
Appointment and Evaluation
Search
Position open until filled
Applying
A successful application will consist of the following:
Dr. Felicia Stewart
Min Salary
Mid Salary
Max Salary
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Responsiblities
will allow students to succeed.
network.
Percentage Of Time
100
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F201P
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
09/08/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Position Information
Job Type
Faculty
Position Title
Communication Studies Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Intercultural/Interracial Communication
Position Number
F00060
Department
Communications Studies
Location
Morehouse College - Atlanta GA
Position Summary
The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media, and Arts at Morehouse College invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Communication Studies, beginning August 1, 2026. A candidate who possesses expertise in teaching intercultural communication and interracial communication with a strong foundation in the breadth of communication theory as it pertains to detecting and effectively navigating marginalization and power dynamics (e.g., gender, race, socioeconomic status, sexuality) is preferred.
The department is seeking someone who thinks creatively about teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College-to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service. The successful candidate will serve our mission by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of our students, and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of Black people.
The candidate will teach a 3-3 load, advise and mentor students, and will be expected to maintain an appropriate level of scholarly activity and service necessary to secure tenure and promotion at the College. The candidate will also be expected to support the college's general education curriculum.
Questions may be directed to the Department Chair at COMMfacultysearch@morehouse.edu
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a terminal degree in Communications; at least two years of effective teaching experience; ongoing commitment to excellence in teaching; evidence of a productive scholarship program; and service to the profession and community.
Preferred Qualifications
An established research agenda and experience with online teaching formats is preferred.
Preferred Education/Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Assigned courses will include Communication Theory, Special Topics in Communication, Public Speaking, Intercultural Communication, Small Group Communication, and other communication courses as determined by the Department Chair.
Physical Demands
Compensation
Teaching Responsibility
Appointment and Evaluation
Search
Position open until filled
Applying
A successful application will consist of the following:
- Letter of application detailing how the candidate meets the qualifications for the position and why the candidate is a good fit for Morehouse College (no more than 2 pages)
- Current curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages)
- Unofficial academic transcripts
- Two recommendation letters that speak to the candidate's qualifications.
Dr. Felicia Stewart
Min Salary
Mid Salary
Max Salary
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Responsiblities
- Develop course content and other course materials in support of course and
- Prepare, administer, and grade assignments and examinations in a timely
will allow students to succeed.
- Schedule and maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional
network.
- Utilize instructional technology (Banner, Canvas, and Starfish) required by
Morehouse College.
Percentage Of Time
100
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F201P
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
09/08/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.