Assistant Professor, Communication

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Assistant Professor of Communication to teach undergraduate courses, develop syllabi, and participate in curriculum and program advancement. The role includes establishing an active research program with undergraduate involvement and contributing to committees and service across the college and university.

The successful candidate will conduct scholarly work, publish, seek grants, and engage in professional development, while upholding FGCU’s mission and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent.
• ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2027. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Delivers interactive lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
• Maintains high standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment for improvement.
• Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and support to students.
• Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement.
• Establishes and maintains an active research program with undergraduate involvement.
• Engages in scholarly publications and grantsmanship.
• Participates in faculty evaluation, student assessment, and required trainings.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teaching

Curriculum development

Research planning

Team collaboration

Digital/Interactive tech

Critical thinking

Student advising

Education

Ph.D. in Communication or related field

ABD considered if degree by Aug 7, 2027

Job description

Job Summary

As Assistant Professor of Communication, you will teach at undergraduate level, as applicable be involved in course and/or curriculum development conduct research/scholarship participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
• Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous improvement.
• Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and individual support to students.
• Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.
• Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement.
• Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
• Establishes and maintains an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
• Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and grantsmanship.
• Engages in continued professional development and maintains professional skills appropriate to rank and field.
• Actively participates in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings.
• Contributes to community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University's mission.
• Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities.
• Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and excellence in all professional activities.
• Complies with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Communication, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
• ABDwill be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2027. If successful candidate isABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interdisciplinary teaching and research perspective with well-defined research goals.
• Teaching and research strengths in Intercultural Communication, Digital/Emerging Media, Rhetoric/Rhetorical Studies, Communication Theory broadly construed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
• Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals.
• Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high level questioning skills.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
• Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online).
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction, resulting in improved student learning.
• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectations:

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open to feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment with an anticipated start date of August 2027.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.