What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Communication, Tenure Track position at University of North Dakota?
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Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
Full-time Faculty
Salary/Position Classification
$65,000 9-Month Contract, Exempt
40 hours per week
This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus
Purpose of Position
The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication with expertise in one or more of the following areas: international/intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, sports communication, strategic communication, and communication and technology.
The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please be sure to notify our Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu) right away to explore dual-career opportunities.
Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having very high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study with nearly 16,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.
UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of roughly 60,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful applicant will receive an initial contract with an approximate effort distribution of 50% teaching, 40% research, and 10% service. we value a broad range of perspectives and actively seek applicants committed to the success of our students.
Publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and applying for competitive external grants on a regular basis will be expected for tenure. The annual teaching load will be 2/1 or 1/2 with an expectation of advising multiple Ph.D. students at varying stages of degree completion per academic year. Information about the Ph.D. program can be found here: https://und.edu/programs/communication-phd/. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses both face-to-face and online. Assigned courses will be consistent with the area of expertise.
Required Competencies
Established ability to conduct and publish scientific studies
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
Ability and willingness to work with and engage people with a broad range of backgrounds within and outside the Department of Communication
Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline by 8/15/2027
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience advising and/or mentoring graduate students
Evidence of track record of research, teaching, education, and/or professional experience related to communication
Experience being part of an externally (grant)-funded research team(s)
Evidence of applying for and/or obtaining external funding
Experience incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into research and teaching
Experience teaching both undergraduate-level and graduate-level courses in a Department of Communication’s curriculum
Experience teaching online courses
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 11/15/2026 and include the following materials:
Letter of application
Curriculum vitae
List of at least three references (including contact information)
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Joonghwa Lee, at joonghwa.lee@und.edu.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
Additional Information
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
Full-time Faculty
Salary/Position Classification
$65,000 9-Month Contract, Exempt
40 hours per week
This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus
Purpose of Position
The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication with expertise in one or more of the following areas: international/intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, sports communication, strategic communication, and communication and technology.
The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please be sure to notify our Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu) right away to explore dual-career opportunities.
Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having very high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study with nearly 16,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.
UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of roughly 60,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful applicant will receive an initial contract with an approximate effort distribution of 50% teaching, 40% research, and 10% service. we value a broad range of perspectives and actively seek applicants committed to the success of our students.
Publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and applying for competitive external grants on a regular basis will be expected for tenure. The annual teaching load will be 2/1 or 1/2 with an expectation of advising multiple Ph.D. students at varying stages of degree completion per academic year. Information about the Ph.D. program can be found here: https://und.edu/programs/communication-phd/. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses both face-to-face and online. Assigned courses will be consistent with the area of expertise.
Required Competencies
Established ability to conduct and publish scientific studies
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
Ability and willingness to work with and engage people with a broad range of backgrounds within and outside the Department of Communication
Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline by 8/15/2027
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience advising and/or mentoring graduate students
Evidence of track record of research, teaching, education, and/or professional experience related to communication
Experience being part of an externally (grant)-funded research team(s)
Evidence of applying for and/or obtaining external funding
Experience incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into research and teaching
Experience teaching both undergraduate-level and graduate-level courses in a Department of Communication’s curriculum
Experience teaching online courses
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 11/15/2026 and include the following materials:
Letter of application
Curriculum vitae
List of at least three references (including contact information)
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Joonghwa Lee, at joonghwa.lee@und.edu.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
Additional Information
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
Salary : $65,000