Assistant Professor, Interpersonal Communication & Conflict

California State University, Chico; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Communication Studies with a focus on interpersonal communication. One role emphasizes conflict management, negotiation, and mediation; the second covers a broad range of interpersonal topics.

Teaching will include introductory courses, 2000-level foundations, upper-division electives, and methods courses, plus capstones. Non-instructional duties include research, advising, and service.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication, Communication Studies, or closely related field.
• Undergraduate teaching experience.
• Graduate-level coursework relevant to instructional assignment.
• Record of scholarship in interpersonal communication.
• Commitment to educational equity and student success.
• Proficiency in written and oral English.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory courses and public speaking-related courses.
• Teach 2000-level foundational courses including interpersonal communication.
• Offer upper-division electives aligned with expertise.
• Provide upper-division methods courses.
• Teach 4000-level capstone courses.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Undergraduate teaching

Research in interpersonalcommunication

English writing and speaking

Education

Ph.D. in Communication Studies

Job description

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Communication Studies with a focus on interpersonal communication. One role emphasizes conflict management, negotiation, and mediation; the second covers a broad range of interpersonal topics.

Teaching will include introductory courses, 2000-level foundations, upper-division electives, and methods courses, plus capstones. Non-instructional duties include research, advising, and service.