Academic ConnectDescription
The Department of Communication and Journalism in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas A&M University invites applications for one, full-time Instructional Assistant or Associate Professor, starting August 1, 2025. This position is for 9-months, non-tenure accruing, and applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Instructional Assistant Professor or Instructional Associate Professor depending on qualifications. Responsibilities for the position include a teaching load of three courses per semester, development and management of course requirements for Public Speaking, Technical Speaking, and Argumentation & Debate, and instructional training for incoming PhD students for these same courses.The Department of Communication and Journalism offers PhD, MA, BA, and BS degrees, and has over 40 faculty members, more than 40 graduate students, and over 1,700 undergraduate students. Further information regarding the department is available at http://cmjr.tamu.edu. The Department of Communication and Journalism embraces the development of a socially and culturally diverse intellectual community. We welcome candidates whose careers demonstrate a shared commitment to these values, and who can teach skills that promote social engagement and competence.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Communication or related discipline and significant teaching experience at the college level in public speaking and/or argumentation are required. Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline is strongly preferred.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin April 28, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications are only accepted online through Interfolio at: apply.interfolio.com/165418. Interested candidates must submit:
- (1) cover letter,
- (2) curriculum vitae,
- (3) personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching, research, and service as applicable
- (4) names and contact information for three professional references,
Additional questions may be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Tasha Dubriwny (tdubriwny@tamu.edu), Department of Communication and Journalism, 4234 TAMU, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4234.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
The University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and therefore has a Dual Career Program.
