Position Number F11163
Posting Number F0001911
Position Title Assistant Professor of Communication
Number of Positions Available
Location Ferris State University - Big Rapids
Advertised Salary $58,000 - $62,000 plus a comprehensive benefit package.
FLSA Exempt
Employee Class F1 - Faculty - FFA - 9-month
At Will/Just Cause Just Cause
Part-time/Full-time Full-time
Summary of Position Ferris State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to join our growing Communication programs. The successful candidate will be a communication generalist with an advanced degree focused on Mass and Digital Media. Opportunities exist to develop course(s) in the candidate's area of specialty. Ferris State University is primarily a teaching institution, and the Humanities Department houses the Communication programs. Ferris State University offers degrees in Sports Communication, Applied Speech Communication, and Applied Speech Communication with a concentration in Public Advocacy. There are opportunities to revise existing curricula and to collaborate with undergraduate students on research projects. There are also opportunities to collaborate with existing programs in other departments, including Journalism and Television & Digital Media Production.
Position Type Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Qualifications
Required Education Ph.D. in a Communication field, with a focus in Mass and Digital Media
OR
Master's degree in Communication or a related field, with ABD status in a doctorate program with a focus in Mass and Digital Media. It is expected that a Ph.D. will be earned within 2 years (August 1, 2020).
Required Work Experience Demonstrated ability to effectively teach undergraduates.
Demonstrated experience in teaching excellence, effective communication, and interpersonal skills in working with a diverse array of students and colleagues.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered Experience teaching courses in Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and/or Small Group Decision Making.
Experience teaching courses in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, or a combination of these.
Posting Details
Posting Date 01/05/2018
Closing Date
Open Until Applicants are Selected, Selected for interview, or Position Filled No
Initial Application Review Date 02/15/2018
Internal/External Posting External
Special Instructions to Applicants Transcript 1 ( REQUIRED ): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Ph.D. in a Communication field, with a focus in Mass and Digital Media OR Master's degree in Communication or a related field, with ABD status in a doctorate program with a focus in Mass and Digital Media. It is expected that a Ph.D. will be earned within 2 years (August 1, 2020).
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Along with their application, applicants are to submit a cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a curriculum vitae.
Duties
Duties
Duties Teach Communication courses, including general education courses and courses for the various programs offered within the area. Courses may be offered on the Big Rapids campus, at branch campuses, or at area high schools. Courses may be offered in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, or a combination of these.
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Duties
Duties Participate in ongoing Professional Development activities.
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Duties
Duties Participate in ongoing University Service activities, including but not limited to participation in university committees.
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Duties
Duties Contribute to the ongoing development of the Department of Humanities through committee work, administrative work, community outreach, leadership and scholarship. Participate in traditional functions which have academic significance.
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Duties
Duties Teach effectively by way of good communication, assessment of student learning, and adapting to various levels of student preparation. Provide up-to-date coursework and course-related materials, and use teaching-related technologies, as appropriate.
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Duties
Duties Advise students, as assigned.
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Duties
Duties Post and keep regular office hours, which are to be scheduled at times convenient for students.
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Duties
Duties Assist with internships, undergraduate research, and/or scholarship.
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Responsibilities / Skills and Abilities
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Directly responsible to the Chair of the Department of Humanities.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Maintain the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Provide structured learning experiences with clear learning outcomes.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Work effectively in an interdisciplinary team setting.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Work effectively with diverse groups.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
Required Physical Abilities
Required Physical Abilities Ability to teach at off-campus sites, during both daytime and nighttime hours.
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Transcript 1
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