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Lecturer, Communication

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Salary: $48,000 – $53,000 per year

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Salary Range: USD $48,000.00/Yr. - USD $53,000.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Job Type: Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Communication

Associated Division: College of Liberal Arts

Req ID: 10389

Overview

The School of Communication and Journalism at Auburn University seeks candidates for a Lecturer position in Communication beginning Fall semester, Aug. 16, 2027.

This is a teaching-intensive position in the undergraduate Communication program. The primary responsibility of the successful candidate is to teach a range of in-person, on-campus sophomore and junior-level communication courses (such as Small Group Communication, Communication in Society, Intercultural Communication, Foundations of Human Communication, Conflict Communication, Research in Human Communication) as well as some senior-level courses (such as Social Movements, Leadership, Communication and Cognition), during the Fall and Spring semesters. Supplemental support for summer instruction may be possible depending on need and availability of funding. Candidates should indicate in their cover letters the courses they are qualified to teach. Course descriptions are available online: https://aub.ie/COMMcourses.

Review of applications will begin October 28, 2026, and continue until a candidate is selected.

Auburn University is one of the nation's premier land-grant institutions. The 2024 edition of the U.S. News & World Report identified Auburn as the top public university in Alabama and ranked it as one of the top 50 universities in the nation. Auburn has 1,443 full-time faculty and enrolls over 33,000 students from all fifty states and nearly one hundred countries. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/ . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the website to learn more. The School of Communication and Journalism has approximately 50 faculty and 700 majors in Communication, Journalism, Film & Media Studies, and Public Relations (cla.auburn.edu/cmjn/).

Auburn, Alabama is a vibrant and thriving college town conveniently located between Atlanta, GA (90 minutes), beautiful Lake Martin (45 minutes), and the Gulf of Mexico (under four hours) in one of the fastest growing counties in the nation (an MSA with a population of almost 200,000). With a newly constructed Gogue Performing Arts Center and world-class sports facilities, Auburn hosts a variety of cultural and sporting events. It also boasts a low cost of living and high quality of life, was recently recognized by Southern Living as one of the top small towns in the South and was named the best place to live in Alabama by Money.

Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documents will be considered. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage in the selection process.

Responsibilities

The full-time, nine-month appointment runs from mid-August to mid-May. The Lecturer will teach four courses per semester. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in person, and have taught or be willing to teach large lecture courses and online classes. The candidate is also expected to be an engaged member of the School by serving on committees.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include an M.A. in human communication or related field at the time employment begins. The successful candidate will have a record of high-quality college teaching experience in general communication courses. Experience teaching online courses is a plus.

Applicants should submit a CV along with a cover letter, transcripts, statement of teaching, evidence of teaching effectiveness/evaluations and names and contact information for three references.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

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