Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - Technology & Communication (26/27
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track 1
Locations
Central California
San Luis Obispo 1
Categories
Appointment Type
Bargaining Unit
Job Search Category/Discipline
Faculty - Communications/Journalism 1
Time Basis
Full Time 1
Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)
On-site (work in-person at business location) 1
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - Technology & Communication (26/27)
Apply now Job no: 552675
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism, On-site (work in-person at business location)
The Department of Communication Studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication, to begin August 17, 2026. We seek a scholar whose research and teaching examine how communication, technology, and design intersect with social, ethical, political, and cultural concerns. Secondary interests or teaching strengths in science and/or environmental communication are also desirable to support high-demand areas in our curriculum.
This position is part of an innovation and entrepreneurship university cluster hire. Successful candidates are expected to actively engage in transdisciplinary initiatives related to innovation and/or entrepreneurship and direct collaboration with the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) to further develop vibrant academic and co-curricular programs.
We especially welcome candidates whose work engages areas such as digital humanities, algorithmic culture, bias and ethics in communication technologies, digital rhetoric and culture, AI and automation, and the social, environmental, and health-related impacts of communication technologies.
Areas of specialization(AOS)may include (but are not limited to)criticaland/ orrhetoricalApproaches to:
Technology, communication, and cultures of innovation and tech industries
Human–AI interaction, meaning-making, and agency
Ethics, bias, and justice in digital and algorithmic systems
Communication design, UX/UI, and interface and information design
Environmental, sustainability, health, and medicine dimensions of technology and communication
Scienceand/orenvironmentalcommunication through technology platforms
Teaching Responsibilities
Media Criticism or Rhetorical Criticism, which are situated as upper-level method courses.
Upper-division electives aligned with the candidate’s expertise in areas such as technology and human communication, critical cultural studies, rhetoric of science, technology, and medicine, science communication, and/or environmental communication. Candidates may also have the opportunity to propose new courses aligned with the department’s curriculum and their areas of expertise.
200-level courses, including rhetorical studies, communication theory, or applied argumentation.
A 400-level Senior Seminar and Senior Project course for graduating majors.
Introductory communication courses, such as our orientation (e.g., COMS 100) or public speaking related courses.
Non-instructional Duties
Engaging in research and scholarship related to candidate’s area of expertise.
Engaging in service and academic advising/mentorship of undergraduate students.
Advising students’ extracurricular activities, including, but not limited to student clubs.
Anticipated Hiring Range:$90,276- $98,244/year, $7,523- $8,187/month
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level. The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development.
Subject to further planning and approval, Cal Poly anticipates possible transition to semester-based year-round operations (YRO). Under YRO, full-time academic year faculty may be assigned to teach in two consecutive semesters (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer, or Summer/Fall) out of the three semesters offered annually. The two-semester sequence will constitute the regular academic year appointment. Faculty may also be eligible to teach in the third semester for additional compensation, subject to departmental needs and University policy.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in the state of California at the position start date and for the entirety of the appointment.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Communication Studies or a closely related field required. If ABD, Ph.D. must be conferred before August 1, 2026.
Demonstrated university teaching experience.
Graduate-level coursework relevant to the instructional assignment is required as the minimum academic preparation.
Record of scholarship in technology and communication using critical and/or rhetorical approaches.
Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in AOS.
Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, academic and inclusive excellence, and student success in their scholarship/creative activities, teaching, and/or service.
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated undergraduate teaching experience in critical and/or rhetorical approaches related to technology and communication as an instructor of record or teaching assistant.
Potential for grant development in areas related to the AOS.
Willingness to participate in interdisciplinary programs overlapping with AOS, including course development and possible program curriculum development.
Willingness to develop courses in AOS in various modalities.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching.
Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.
Special Conditions
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, or heightened risk off financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the community.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.
About The Department
Currently the Communication Studies Department, in the College of Liberal Arts, has 12 communication professors, and over 35 lecturers, approximately half of whom teach full-time. The department serves approximately 400 majors and 50 minors as well as students throughout the university in our many General Education course offerings. The department's website is https://coms.calpoly.edu/
How to Apply
To apply, please visit http://jobs.calpoly.edu/, complete a required online faculty application and apply to Requisition # 552675 . Please upload the following required materials as part of the electronic application:
Cover letter providing some details of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position (may wish to address the feasibility of conducting research, scholarship, and/or creative activities within the context of a primarily teaching-oriented undergraduate program).
Copy of unofficial transcripts (sealed official transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for final consideration).
Universal Student Success Statement: Cal Poly is a public, student-centered university that serves the diverse constituents of the state of California and has a strong emphasis on the teacher‑scholar model. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. Service or scholarship related to skills developed in these areas might also be included here.
This statement is intended to go beyond a traditional teaching philosophy. It should demonstrate how you intentionally advance equity, inclusion, and access across your teaching, research, and service for all students. Strong statements will provide specific examples of strategies, strategies or outcomes that have enhanced student success for all learners, and outline what you plan *not* what *? Wait; this statement ... It's long so may break; but this area in original text. We need to keep the bullet items properly. Let's preserve the bullet lines as original but convert to nested
for the nested . The bullet inside nested:
This statement is intended to go beyond a traditional teaching philosophy. It should demonstrate how you intentionally advance equity, inclusion, and access across your teaching, research, and service for all students. Strong statements will provide specific examples of strategies, strategies or outcomes that have enhanced student success for all learners, and outline what you plan *not* what *? Wait; this statement ... It's long so may break; but this area in original text. We need to keep it as a single bullet? Probably keep the nested
as the full statement text.
Statement of research interests/ research plan
Sample syllabi for methods course (e.g., rhetorical or media criticism) or an elective in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication.
List of Cal Poly courses for which the candidate is qualified and interested in teaching
For questions about the position please contact Dr. Megan Lambertz-Berndt (lambertz@calpoly.edu) search committee chair and associate professor; or Dr. Anuraj Dhillon (adhill06@calpoly.edu), department chair and associate professor, Communication Studies Department.
Advertised: December 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
Projected Start Date: August 17, 2026
Application Deadline: January 20, 2026 For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit all application materials by this date. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed review.
Cal Poly’s ability to sponsor employment-based visas will depend on institutional priorities, budget availability, and current federal regulations. Cal Poly does not commit to providing visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants should not expect that such sponsorship will be offered.
For questions about the position please contact…
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Department of Communication Studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication . The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development .
En Español: Facultad de enseñanza Tenured/Tenure-Track 1 Lugares California Central San Luis Obispo 1 Categorias Tipo de cita Unidad Negociación Buscar empleo Categoría / Disciplina Facultado - Comunicaciones / Periodismo 1 Base de tiempo Ahorario completo 1 Tipos de lugar de trabajo (Excluir Instituto Fac) En el sitio (trabajo en persona en la ubicación del negocio) 1 Profesor asistente de Estudios sobre comunicación - Tecnología y Comunicación (26/27) Aplicar ahora Trabajo no: 552675 Tipo de trabajo: Facultade Instructiva Tensión / Tenure-Trac Localización Ubicación: San Luisobispo Se espera que los candidatos exitosos participen activamente en iniciativas transdisciplinarias relacionadas con la innovación y / o el emprendimiento de las tecnologías de comunicación. Las áreas de especialización AOS incluyen (pero no se limitan a) enfoques críticos y/o retóricos para: Tecnología, Comunicación y Innovaciones Ambientales e industrias Humanas Interacciones tecnológicas, significado-técnicas, y agencia de ética, prejuicio y ética en tecnología digital y algoritmos, IA y automatización, así como los impactos sociales, ambientales y relacionados con la salud de las tecnologias de comunicación . Los candidatos también pueden tener la oportunidad de proponer nuevos cursos alineados con el currículo del departamento y sus áreas de experiencia. Cursos de 200 niveles, incluidos estudios retóricos, teoría de comunicación o argumentación aplicada. Un seminario senior y curso Senior Project de 400 niveles para graduantes mayores. Curso introductorio de comunicación, como nuestra orientación (por ejemplo, COMS 100) o cursos relacionados con hablar en público. La carga de enseñanza típica es de 12 unidades por semestre, con una reducción en la carga del curso en cada uno de los primeros dos años para ayudar a las nuevas facultades a establecer un programa activo de investigación y desarrollo profesional. Sujeto a mayor planificación y aprobación, Cal Poly anticipa una posible transición a operaciones durante todo el año basadas en semestres (YRO). Bajo YRO, se puede asignar al profesorado del año académico a tiempo completo enseñar en dos semestres consecutivos (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer o Summer/Fall) entre los tres semestres ofrecidos anualmente. Cal Poly cumple con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, el título IX de las enmiendas a la educación de 1972, los estadounidenses con discapacidades (ADA), la sección 504 de la ley de rehabilitación, la ley sobre equidad en la enseñanza superior de California s Proposición 209 (art. I, sección 31 de la Constitución de California), otras leyes estatales y federales aplicables contra la discriminación y CSUs Política de no discriminación. Prohíbemos el tratamiento preferencial discriminatorio, la segregación basada en la raza o cualquier otro estatus protegido, y todas las formas de discriminación, acoso y represalia en todos los programas universitarios, políticas e iniciativas inclusivas. Cal Poly es una comunidad diversa de individuos que representan muchas perspectivas, creencias e identidades, promoviendo un entorno inclusivo, respetuoso e intelectualmente vibrante dedicado al desarrollo del conocimiento. En Cal Poly, la excelencia se basa en el mérito, talento, diversidad, accesibilidad y igualdad de oportunidades para todos. Deberá conferirse antes del 1 de agosto de 2026. Experiencia demostrada en la enseñanza universitaria. Se requiere una competencia demostrada para el uso oral y escrito del idioma inglés como preparación académica mínima. Registro de becas en tecnología y comunicación utilizando enfoques críticos y/o retóricos. Prueba de potencial de logro académico y / o creativo en AOS. Compromiso comprobado con la equidad educativa, excelencia acadêmica e inclusiva, y éxito estudiantil en sus actividades educativas/creativas, docencia y/u servicio. Es requerida un dominio demostrado en el uso verbal y escrito de la lengua inglesa. Calificaciones preferentes Demonstrar experiencia de enseñanza pregradual en enfoques criticos y /o retóricos relacionados con la tecnología y la comunicación como instructor de registro o asistente. Potencial de concesión de desarrollo profesional a las áreas que se dan al CSO. Los estudiantes que participen en los programas de trabajo interdisciplinarios de la Ley de Trabajo de AOS, así como su capacidad de desarrollar experiencias laborales y capacidades profesionales relacionadas con el aprendizaje, incluidos los cursos "Consultados" y los trabajos especializados en Capacitaciones y condiciones especiales de apoyo a la educación de todos aquellos que tengan conocimientos sobre el desarrollo escolar y el programa de trabajo asociarse en California. Como condición de su empleo, se le pedirá que cumpla con los requisitos establecidos en la Orden Ejecutiva 1083 de CSU y cualquier enmienda posterior. Después de una oferta condicional de trabajo, debe completarse satisfactoriamente un control de antecedentes (incluida una verificación de registros penales) antes de que cualquier candidato pueda comenzar a trabajar con Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. La falta de satisfacción puede resultar en la retirada de la oferta de empleo. Nota: Cal Poly no puede negarle a un solicitante un puesto únicamente o parcialmente debido a un historial de condena penal hasta que haya realizado una evaluación individualizada y vinculado el historial relevante de condenas con tareas específicas del puesto buscado.
Locations
Central California
San Luis Obispo 1
Categories
Appointment Type
Bargaining Unit
Job Search Category/Discipline
Faculty - Communications/Journalism 1
Time Basis
Full Time 1
Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)
On-site (work in-person at business location) 1
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - Technology & Communication (26/27)
Apply now Job no: 552675
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism, On-site (work in-person at business location)
The Department of Communication Studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication, to begin August 17, 2026. We seek a scholar whose research and teaching examine how communication, technology, and design intersect with social, ethical, political, and cultural concerns. Secondary interests or teaching strengths in science and/or environmental communication are also desirable to support high-demand areas in our curriculum.
This position is part of an innovation and entrepreneurship university cluster hire. Successful candidates are expected to actively engage in transdisciplinary initiatives related to innovation and/or entrepreneurship and direct collaboration with the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) to further develop vibrant academic and co-curricular programs.
We especially welcome candidates whose work engages areas such as digital humanities, algorithmic culture, bias and ethics in communication technologies, digital rhetoric and culture, AI and automation, and the social, environmental, and health-related impacts of communication technologies.
Areas of specialization(AOS)may include (but are not limited to)criticaland/ orrhetoricalApproaches to:
Technology, communication, and cultures of innovation and tech industries
Human–AI interaction, meaning-making, and agency
Ethics, bias, and justice in digital and algorithmic systems
Communication design, UX/UI, and interface and information design
Environmental, sustainability, health, and medicine dimensions of technology and communication
Scienceand/orenvironmentalcommunication through technology platforms
Teaching Responsibilities
Media Criticism or Rhetorical Criticism, which are situated as upper-level method courses.
Upper-division electives aligned with the candidate’s expertise in areas such as technology and human communication, critical cultural studies, rhetoric of science, technology, and medicine, science communication, and/or environmental communication. Candidates may also have the opportunity to propose new courses aligned with the department’s curriculum and their areas of expertise.
200-level courses, including rhetorical studies, communication theory, or applied argumentation.
A 400-level Senior Seminar and Senior Project course for graduating majors.
Introductory communication courses, such as our orientation (e.g., COMS 100) or public speaking related courses.
Non-instructional Duties
Engaging in research and scholarship related to candidate’s area of expertise.
Engaging in service and academic advising/mentorship of undergraduate students.
Advising students’ extracurricular activities, including, but not limited to student clubs.
Anticipated Hiring Range:$90,276- $98,244/year, $7,523- $8,187/month
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level. The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development.
Subject to further planning and approval, Cal Poly anticipates possible transition to semester-based year-round operations (YRO). Under YRO, full-time academic year faculty may be assigned to teach in two consecutive semesters (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer, or Summer/Fall) out of the three semesters offered annually. The two-semester sequence will constitute the regular academic year appointment. Faculty may also be eligible to teach in the third semester for additional compensation, subject to departmental needs and University policy.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in the state of California at the position start date and for the entirety of the appointment.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Communication Studies or a closely related field required. If ABD, Ph.D. must be conferred before August 1, 2026.
Demonstrated university teaching experience.
Graduate-level coursework relevant to the instructional assignment is required as the minimum academic preparation.
Record of scholarship in technology and communication using critical and/or rhetorical approaches.
Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in AOS.
Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, academic and inclusive excellence, and student success in their scholarship/creative activities, teaching, and/or service.
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated undergraduate teaching experience in critical and/or rhetorical approaches related to technology and communication as an instructor of record or teaching assistant.
Potential for grant development in areas related to the AOS.
Willingness to participate in interdisciplinary programs overlapping with AOS, including course development and possible program curriculum development.
Willingness to develop courses in AOS in various modalities.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching.
Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.
Special Conditions
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, or heightened risk off financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the community.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.
About The Department
Currently the Communication Studies Department, in the College of Liberal Arts, has 12 communication professors, and over 35 lecturers, approximately half of whom teach full-time. The department serves approximately 400 majors and 50 minors as well as students throughout the university in our many General Education course offerings. The department's website is https://coms.calpoly.edu/
How to Apply
To apply, please visit http://jobs.calpoly.edu/, complete a required online faculty application and apply to Requisition # 552675 . Please upload the following required materials as part of the electronic application:
Cover letter providing some details of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position (may wish to address the feasibility of conducting research, scholarship, and/or creative activities within the context of a primarily teaching-oriented undergraduate program).
Copy of unofficial transcripts (sealed official transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for final consideration).
Universal Student Success Statement: Cal Poly is a public, student-centered university that serves the diverse constituents of the state of California and has a strong emphasis on the teacher‑scholar model. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. Service or scholarship related to skills developed in these areas might also be included here.
This statement is intended to go beyond a traditional teaching philosophy. It should demonstrate how you intentionally advance equity, inclusion, and access across your teaching, research, and service for all students. Strong statements will provide specific examples of strategies, strategies or outcomes that have enhanced student success for all learners, and outline what you plan *not* what *? Wait; this statement ... It's long so may break; but this area in original text. We need to keep the bullet items properly. Let's preserve the bullet lines as original but convert to nested
for the nested . The bullet inside nested:
This statement is intended to go beyond a traditional teaching philosophy. It should demonstrate how you intentionally advance equity, inclusion, and access across your teaching, research, and service for all students. Strong statements will provide specific examples of strategies, strategies or outcomes that have enhanced student success for all learners, and outline what you plan *not* what *? Wait; this statement ... It's long so may break; but this area in original text. We need to keep it as a single bullet? Probably keep the nested
as the full statement text.
Statement of research interests/ research plan
Sample syllabi for methods course (e.g., rhetorical or media criticism) or an elective in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication.
List of Cal Poly courses for which the candidate is qualified and interested in teaching
For questions about the position please contact Dr. Megan Lambertz-Berndt (lambertz@calpoly.edu) search committee chair and associate professor; or Dr. Anuraj Dhillon (adhill06@calpoly.edu), department chair and associate professor, Communication Studies Department.
Advertised: December 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
Projected Start Date: August 17, 2026
Application Deadline: January 20, 2026 For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit all application materials by this date. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed review.
Cal Poly’s ability to sponsor employment-based visas will depend on institutional priorities, budget availability, and current federal regulations. Cal Poly does not commit to providing visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants should not expect that such sponsorship will be offered.
For questions about the position please contact…
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Department of Communication Studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication . The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development .
En Español: Facultad de enseñanza Tenured/Tenure-Track 1 Lugares California Central San Luis Obispo 1 Categorias Tipo de cita Unidad Negociación Buscar empleo Categoría / Disciplina Facultado - Comunicaciones / Periodismo 1 Base de tiempo Ahorario completo 1 Tipos de lugar de trabajo (Excluir Instituto Fac) En el sitio (trabajo en persona en la ubicación del negocio) 1 Profesor asistente de Estudios sobre comunicación - Tecnología y Comunicación (26/27) Aplicar ahora Trabajo no: 552675 Tipo de trabajo: Facultade Instructiva Tensión / Tenure-Trac Localización Ubicación: San Luisobispo Se espera que los candidatos exitosos participen activamente en iniciativas transdisciplinarias relacionadas con la innovación y / o el emprendimiento de las tecnologías de comunicación. Las áreas de especialización AOS incluyen (pero no se limitan a) enfoques críticos y/o retóricos para: Tecnología, Comunicación y Innovaciones Ambientales e industrias Humanas Interacciones tecnológicas, significado-técnicas, y agencia de ética, prejuicio y ética en tecnología digital y algoritmos, IA y automatización, así como los impactos sociales, ambientales y relacionados con la salud de las tecnologias de comunicación . Los candidatos también pueden tener la oportunidad de proponer nuevos cursos alineados con el currículo del departamento y sus áreas de experiencia. Cursos de 200 niveles, incluidos estudios retóricos, teoría de comunicación o argumentación aplicada. Un seminario senior y curso Senior Project de 400 niveles para graduantes mayores. Curso introductorio de comunicación, como nuestra orientación (por ejemplo, COMS 100) o cursos relacionados con hablar en público. La carga de enseñanza típica es de 12 unidades por semestre, con una reducción en la carga del curso en cada uno de los primeros dos años para ayudar a las nuevas facultades a establecer un programa activo de investigación y desarrollo profesional. Sujeto a mayor planificación y aprobación, Cal Poly anticipa una posible transición a operaciones durante todo el año basadas en semestres (YRO). Bajo YRO, se puede asignar al profesorado del año académico a tiempo completo enseñar en dos semestres consecutivos (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer o Summer/Fall) entre los tres semestres ofrecidos anualmente. Cal Poly cumple con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, el título IX de las enmiendas a la educación de 1972, los estadounidenses con discapacidades (ADA), la sección 504 de la ley de rehabilitación, la ley sobre equidad en la enseñanza superior de California s Proposición 209 (art. I, sección 31 de la Constitución de California), otras leyes estatales y federales aplicables contra la discriminación y CSUs Política de no discriminación. Prohíbemos el tratamiento preferencial discriminatorio, la segregación basada en la raza o cualquier otro estatus protegido, y todas las formas de discriminación, acoso y represalia en todos los programas universitarios, políticas e iniciativas inclusivas. Cal Poly es una comunidad diversa de individuos que representan muchas perspectivas, creencias e identidades, promoviendo un entorno inclusivo, respetuoso e intelectualmente vibrante dedicado al desarrollo del conocimiento. En Cal Poly, la excelencia se basa en el mérito, talento, diversidad, accesibilidad y igualdad de oportunidades para todos. Deberá conferirse antes del 1 de agosto de 2026. Experiencia demostrada en la enseñanza universitaria. Se requiere una competencia demostrada para el uso oral y escrito del idioma inglés como preparación académica mínima. Registro de becas en tecnología y comunicación utilizando enfoques críticos y/o retóricos. Prueba de potencial de logro académico y / o creativo en AOS. Compromiso comprobado con la equidad educativa, excelencia acadêmica e inclusiva, y éxito estudiantil en sus actividades educativas/creativas, docencia y/u servicio. Es requerida un dominio demostrado en el uso verbal y escrito de la lengua inglesa. Calificaciones preferentes Demonstrar experiencia de enseñanza pregradual en enfoques criticos y /o retóricos relacionados con la tecnología y la comunicación como instructor de registro o asistente. Potencial de concesión de desarrollo profesional a las áreas que se dan al CSO. Los estudiantes que participen en los programas de trabajo interdisciplinarios de la Ley de Trabajo de AOS, así como su capacidad de desarrollar experiencias laborales y capacidades profesionales relacionadas con el aprendizaje, incluidos los cursos "Consultados" y los trabajos especializados en Capacitaciones y condiciones especiales de apoyo a la educación de todos aquellos que tengan conocimientos sobre el desarrollo escolar y el programa de trabajo asociarse en California. Como condición de su empleo, se le pedirá que cumpla con los requisitos establecidos en la Orden Ejecutiva 1083 de CSU y cualquier enmienda posterior. Después de una oferta condicional de trabajo, debe completarse satisfactoriamente un control de antecedentes (incluida una verificación de registros penales) antes de que cualquier candidato pueda comenzar a trabajar con Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. La falta de satisfacción puede resultar en la retirada de la oferta de empleo. Nota: Cal Poly no puede negarle a un solicitante un puesto únicamente o parcialmente debido a un historial de condena penal hasta que haya realizado una evaluación individualizada y vinculado el historial relevante de condenas con tareas específicas del puesto buscado.