Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Communication and Media Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position focused on Strategic Communication and digital media.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, engage with industry partners, and contribute to online, asynchronous instruction while mentoring students to become strategic communicators and content creators for industry.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication from an accredited university by hire date.
• Demonstrated proficiency in social media, digital advertising, content marketing, and data analytics.
• Experience teaching in multiple delivery formats (100% online, hybrid, and face-to-face).
• Ability to effectively engage with both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience teaching in Video Production, Podcasting, Strategic Communication, Persuasion, Public Relations, Communication Theory, and/or Research.

Responsibilities

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels in a variety of delivery formats.
• Engage with industry partners to bring current trends into the classroom.
• Prepare students to become strategic communicators and content creators for industry.

Skills

Social media

Digital advertising

Content marketing

Data analytics

Education

Ph.D. in Communication

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeast Louisiana University. The Department of Communication and Media Studies at Southeast Louisiana University invites applications for one (1) tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

We seek dynamic teacher‑scholars with expertise in Strategic Communication and digital media, with a strong understanding of how these tools function in commercial contexts. Candidates should be well‑versed in social media, content marketing, and data analytics, and prepared to train students to become strategic communicators and content creators for industry.

As part of an applied program focused on career readiness, the successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in online, asynchronous instruction, and maintain active engagement with industry partners to bring current trends and best practices into the classroom. Faculty will teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

In addition to Strategic Communication, preference will be given to candidates with the ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: Video Production, Podcasting, Strategic Communication, Persuasion, Public Relations, Communication Theory, and/or Research.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication from an accredited university by hire date
• Demonstrated proficiency in social media, digital advertising, content marketing, and data analytics

Desired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Experience teaching in a variety of delivery formats, including 100% asynchronous online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face modalities
• Ability to effectively engage with both undergraduate and graduate students
• Experience teaching in one or more of the following areas: Video Production, Podcasting, Strategic Communication, Persuasion, Public Relations, Communication Theory, and/or Research

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (Only an unofficial transcript for the Highest degree is required at application. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required upon employment.)

Posting Close Date: November 10, 2026

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeast is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.