Assistant Professor

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How to Apply to this Posting

How to Apply to this Posting

Special Instructions

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Mass Communication

FLSA Status

Exempt

Posted Salary Range

$55,000

Employment Status

Full Time

Department

English, Languages, and Mass Comunication

Job Summary

The incumbent will teach a 4/4 course load including classes focused on

Multimedia/Digital Media to properly accommodate students enrolled in courses

including those focused on multimedia and digital media creation, such as video

production, animation, web design, and social media, while ensuring courses

taught contain defined syllabi components, level and rigor of content, assessment

and evaluation of student learning, outcomes and instructional effectiveness.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrating excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Supporting continuous improvement of academic programs and departmental goals
• Collaborating effectively with departments across all levels of the University
• Communicating clearly and professionally in both written and verbal

formats

• Experience in working with a diverse student population
• Maintaining strong organizational skills and timely responsiveness
• Promoting collegiality and teamwork in an academic environment

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to teaching,

managing, motivating, evaluating and advising students

• Interact with students in an appropriate, professional manner
• Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, student performance data, attendance policies, textbook choices and assessments
• Attend classes regularly as scheduled, maintaining requisite number of office hours
• Maintain effective written and verbal communication with students, faculty, and department chair or designee
• Serves on departmental and University committees, as assigned
• Comply with all legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA and other regulatory legislations

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy in Mass Communication, Journalism or related field

Five (5) years teaching experience at the college or university level

Licensing and Certifications

EEO / ADA Statement

Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices.

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds

Daily

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds

Not Required

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds

Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting pounds

Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

Not Required

Travel

Occasionally

Extended Work Hours

Not Required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination

Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Philosophy

• Letter of Recommendation (Professional)

• Letter of Recommendation (Personal)

• Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents

Salary : $55,000