What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Communication and Media position at University of Illinois Springfield?
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Summary:
The School of Communication and Media at the University of Illinois Springfield is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor of interpersonal communication with expertise in research methods. Position begins August 16, 2026. The candidate is expected to teach three classes per semester in the School of Communication and Media, focusing on interpersonal communication, research methods, and public speaking. The candidate is also expected to maintain an active line of research. As part of their service expectations, they will serve as Director of the Fundamentals of Communication course and its instructors.
This is a full-time on-campus tenure-track academic appointment. UIS tenure-system faculty are expected to be available and engaged in the university community, with assigned professional responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching: Course assignments will include Undergraduate research methods, Conflict, Communication Ethics, Fundamentals of Communication, Crisis Communication, and other courses as deemed appropriate.
Scholarship: Candidate is expected to maintain a line of active scholarship in their area of interest/expertise in Communication, pursuing publications and presentations.
Service: Candidate is expected to serve as the Director of COM 112, overseeing assessment, adjuncts, etc., as well as other service appropriate to the School, University, discipline, and community.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must have PhD in Communication by August 16, 2026.
At least 3 years excellence in teaching at the university level.
A minimum of 2 years serving as a basic course/fundamentals of communication course director.
Expertise in interpersonal communication and research methods.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching nonverbal communication, conflict, and other interpersonal communication courses.
Online teaching experience.
Assessment experience.
Application deadline: 4/8/2026
Minimum nine-month salary $65,000 plus robust benefits package
Application instructions: Click the "Apply Now" button at the top or bottom of the posting, create or update your profile, complete the online application, and upload current curriculum vita or resume, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research philosophy, and service philosophy. Contact information for professional references will be requested later in the search process. Formal review of applications will begin soon after application deadline and continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated.
About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, coursework that leads to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at https://www.uis.edu and the department/school web page at INSERT TEXT HERE
About Springfield, Illinois: https://www.uis.edu/academic-affairs/about-our-springfield-community/
Union Affiliation: Tenure-track faculty positions at more than half-time are represented by the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) Local 4100, University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty Chapter, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System
Summary:
The School of Communication and Media at the University of Illinois Springfield is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor of interpersonal communication with expertise in research methods. Position begins August 16, 2026. The candidate is expected to teach three classes per semester in the School of Communication and Media, focusing on interpersonal communication, research methods, and public speaking. The candidate is also expected to maintain an active line of research. As part of their service expectations, they will serve as Director of the Fundamentals of Communication course and its instructors.
This is a full-time on-campus tenure-track academic appointment. UIS tenure-system faculty are expected to be available and engaged in the university community, with assigned professional responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching: Course assignments will include Undergraduate research methods, Conflict, Communication Ethics, Fundamentals of Communication, Crisis Communication, and other courses as deemed appropriate.
Scholarship: Candidate is expected to maintain a line of active scholarship in their area of interest/expertise in Communication, pursuing publications and presentations.
Service: Candidate is expected to serve as the Director of COM 112, overseeing assessment, adjuncts, etc., as well as other service appropriate to the School, University, discipline, and community.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must have PhD in Communication by August 16, 2026.
At least 3 years excellence in teaching at the university level.
A minimum of 2 years serving as a basic course/fundamentals of communication course director.
Expertise in interpersonal communication and research methods.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching nonverbal communication, conflict, and other interpersonal communication courses.
Online teaching experience.
Assessment experience.
Application deadline: 4/8/2026
Minimum nine-month salary $65,000 plus robust benefits package
Application instructions: Click the "Apply Now" button at the top or bottom of the posting, create or update your profile, complete the online application, and upload current curriculum vita or resume, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research philosophy, and service philosophy. Contact information for professional references will be requested later in the search process. Formal review of applications will begin soon after application deadline and continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated.
About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, coursework that leads to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at https://www.uis.edu and the department/school web page at INSERT TEXT HERE
About Springfield, Illinois: https://www.uis.edu/academic-affairs/about-our-springfield-community/
Union Affiliation: Tenure-track faculty positions at more than half-time are represented by the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) Local 4100, University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty Chapter, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System
- You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
- Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
- Social Security benefit and
- Social Security benefit as a spouse
- Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***
Salary : $65,000