Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication

Tuskegee University; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuskegee University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Communication starting Fall 2026. Specialties in any area of communication studies welcome, with preference for film studies, nonverbal, intercultural, ethics, and group/organizational communication, and/or internship supervision.

The position involves teaching four Communication courses per semester, developing syllabi, advising undergraduate students, and contributing to curriculum development and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication or closely related discipline.
• Record of successful college-level teaching (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach four Communication courses per semester (Fall and Spring).
• Develop syllabi, assessments, and course materials aligned with guidelines.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Maintain accessibility through office hours and electronic communication.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and submit reports.
• Engage in professional development and instructional excellence.
• Engage in scholarly research and service to the department, University, and community.

Skills

Public speaking

Curriculum development

Advising

Scholarly research

Education

Ph.D. in Communication or closely related discipline

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication

Job Summary

The Department of Modern Languages, Communication, and Philosophy at Tuskegee University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Communication beginning Fall 2026. Specialties in any area of communication studies welcome, with preference given to applicants who have experience teaching/expertise in film studies, nonverbal communication, intercultural communication, communication ethics, and/or group/organizational communication, and/or experience supervising students completing internships. Teaching load is 4/4, typically consisting of 1-2 sections of public speaking plus other communication major courses.

• Teaching assigned Communication courses (four courses per semester in Fall and Spring semester) Developing syllabi, assessments, and course materials in alignment with institutional guidelines.
• Using varied teaching methods to promote student [earning and success.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Maintaining accessibility through office hours and electronic communication.
• Contributing to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Maintaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, and administration.
• Participating in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and submitting required reports.
• Engaging in professional development and demonstrating a commitment to instructional excellence.
• Engaging in scholarly research.
• Participating in service to the department, University, and/or community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related discipline.
• Record of successful teaching experience at the college level. (preferred)

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items Ability to view a computer terminal

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Status Full-Time

Skills and Attributes

Knowledge of:

• Communication studies and effective communication studies pedagogy

Skills:

• Utilizing pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning and to revise courses and teaching methods as needed to improve outcomes.
• Interacting cordially with students and colleagues in person and through electronic communication.
• Making content of general education writing and literature courses engaging and relevant to students of all majors.

Ability to:

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to view a computer terminal and engage in extensive reading.

Posting Number s1032

Will this position required travel?

yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

yes

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

no

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 06/04/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/31/2026

Open Until Filled No