Assistant Teaching Professor - Communication

Boise State University

Boise (ID)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 61,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Boise State University’s Department of Communication invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor to begin Fall 2027. The appointment is annually renewable and eligible for promotion.

Ideal candidates will bring enthusiasm for teaching our core courses COMM 248: Communication Perspectives and COMM 298: Communication Inquiries, and contribute to the department's strengths through collaborative teaching and service.

Qualifications

Terminal degree or master's with substantial teaching experience in communication.
Proven ability to teach core courses COMM 248 and COMM 298.
Commitment to student success and inclusive mentoring.

Responsibilities

4/4 teaching load with service expectations.
Mentoring and departmental resources to foster teaching activities.
Collaborate with faculty and students within the department and across campus.

Skills

Teaching in Communication

Education

Terminal degree in Communication

Master's in Communication or related field with 8+ years teaching

Job description

Assistant Teaching Professor

The Boise State University Department of Communication invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor (annually renewable contract, eligible for promotion) to begin Fall 2027.

Ideal candidates will bring excitement and enthusiasm in their approach to teaching our core curriculum - COMM 248: Communication Perspectives and COMM 298: Communication Inquiries - while continuing to help broaden our existing departmental strengths.

Curricular Focus Areas

Culture & Advocacy
Media & Society
Social Systems

Core Curriculum Courses

Below is a general description of our two core classes:

COMM 248: Communication Perspectives

This course is designed to support Communication majors in exploring various frameworks to study human communication that will guide their personal and professional lives. Students engage purposeful learning strategies to consider the value and possibilities of the Communication field, including degree planning and career development. The course provides students foundational opportunities to build community with other Communication majors at the start of their degree program.

COMM 298: Communication Inquiries

This course introduces students to the theoretical and practical uses of multiple communication research methods. The student will learn how to conduct background research, develop research questions and hypotheses, design research projects, collect/analyze data, and present results. They will also see research in action through reading various studies.

Standard Position Responsibilities

Standard position responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load with service expectations. We offer mentoring and departmental resources to foster successful teaching activities. We are looking for colleagues with complementary interests who will help maintain and enhance our vibrant major by partnering and collaborating with faculty and students within our department and across campus. Candidates should have a strong commitment to student success, collaborative governance, inclusive mentoring, and undergraduate teaching.

Department Overview

The Department of Communication offers B.A. degrees to approximately 400 students, making it one of the largest departments in the College of Arts and Sciences. Our faculty demonstrate a commitment to both teaching and research excellence, featuring innovative pedagogical practices, publication records in top-tier journals, and active engagement in communication and interdisciplinary associations.

About Boise State

Boise State University is a powerhouse of creativity, research, and impact. Our campus sits along the Boise River and reaches into the heart of Idaho's capital - a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, and outdoor adventure. We are nationally recognized for trailblazing research, student success, and community impact. Our faculty are scholars, mentors, and changemakers who advance ideas, discoveries, and the next generation of leaders. Boise offers a welcoming city with a thriving arts scene, a growing tech sector, and mountains on the horizon. Join us and help shape a bold, collaborative academic community. Learn more about Faculty Careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Minimum Qualifications

A terminal degree appropriate to the field of Communication; or A master's degree in Communication or a closely related field and at least eight years of full-time teaching experience at the college or university level or equivalent professional experience in the discipline.
Demonstrated expertise and teaching experience in Communication.
For purposes of this position, equivalent experience may include professional training, curriculum development, instructional leadership, or other substantial professional work that includes responsibility for teaching or facilitating learning in communication-related settings.

Closing Date

This position will remain open until filled, with review of applications to begin on October 21st, 2026. Inquiries may be addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Matt Isbell (matthewisbell@boisestate.edu).

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $58,500 - $61,000 (9-month, renewable teaching faculty appointment; non-tenure track, eligible for promotion).