Northwestern State University's Department of New Media, Journalism, and Communication Arts in Natchitoches, Louisiana, seeks an applicant for a 9-month, tenure-tracked, full-time Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication position beginning Fall Semester 2024.
Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled.
For full consideration, completed applications should be received no later than June 15, 2024. 
 
To Apply: Submit 
1) a letter of application
2) an updated CV
3) official transcripts (if not from NSU)
4) Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5) a list of three professional references with complete contact information
 To: 
Amber Miley 
mileya@nsula.edu. 
 
The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

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• The successful candidate will be a generalist able to teach both introductory and upper-level courses.
• Qualifications: At least a master’s degree in communication and related field plus teaching experience required
• ABD considered but degree required by time of hire.

• Plans and teaches courses as assigned.
• Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments.
• Prepares syllabi and instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates.
• Maintains the highest possible standards of classroom instruction.
• Regularly keep office hours and maintain the willingness to be receptive to students in person and through email.
• Actively provides services to the department and the university.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty.
• Stay updated on new information and developments in the field of instruction.
• Assists with curriculum development.
• Actively participates in the department's recruiting efforts.
• Advises students.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.