"Assistant Professor, Communication"

The Department of Communication within the College of Arts and Letters at the University of Tampa seeks a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Communication to begin August 15, 2026.

Teaching load is 3 courses (12 credit hours) per semester over two 15-week semesters per academic year. The department seeks a candidate with a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field (terminal degree earned by August 15, 2026) with a strong background in strategic communication and knowledge in the fields of advertising and public relations. Expertise in areas such as science communication, or a related area within strategic communication, is desired along with a willingness to strengthen our curriculum. Past teaching experience and professional experience are preferred. The candidate is expected to teach courses across the Advertising and Public Relations program, including but not limited to Communication Media Ethics, Strategic Social Media, and Research Methods. This also includes updating existing courses and proposing new ones when needed.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching, maintain an active record of scholarship, participate in academic advising, and engage in service to the department, college, university, and broader community. We welcome innovative pedagogies and creative research agendas and traditions of scholarship.

Required Attachments: All required documents listed below should be uploaded in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

Additional materials may be requested later. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.