Associate Professor of Instruction, Department of Communication

Associate Professor of Instruction, Department of Communication

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15377
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and the Department of Communication invites applications for the Associate Professor of Instruction position.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

College of Liberal and Fine Arts

UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically varied college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.

With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich discourse internationally.

In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.

For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu

Department of Communication

The Department of Communication is the largest department in COLFA, with almost 1,000 students and 25 full-time faculty. At the undergraduate level, we specialize in Communication Studies with concentrations in Public Relations and Health Communication. Courses also cover Interpersonal / Small Group Communication, and Organizational Communication. Additionally, we offer a degree in Journalism and a “first-in-the-nation” degree in Digital Media Influence. At the graduate level, we offer an M.A. in Communication and are developing a Ph.D. program with a planned start in the Fall of 2027.

Salary Range: $53,550, 4 courses per semester.

Job Type: Full Time

Position Summary

UT San Antonio's Department of Communication seeks a Fixed-Term Track (non-tenure) Associate Professor of Instruction to teach courses in dialogue and deliberation, group communication, argumentation, negotiation, organization communication, and public speaking.

Qualifications

• Must hold a terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) in Communication or a closely related field.
• Have several years of teaching experience in Higher Education.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:

• A current curriculum vitae.
• Complete contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
• Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, highlighting any work in dialogue and deliberation.

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 5/16/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.