Christian Communication Faculty - Teaching & Mentoring

Bob Jones University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC seeks a faculty member to teach undergraduate communication courses from a Christian worldview. The position may include Fundamentals of Speech, Oral Communication for the Profession and Public Speaking, along with advising and curriculum development.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Communication Studies, demonstrate excellence in teaching, and align with the university creed and mission.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication Studies or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication, including effective classroom instruction and interpersonal engagement with students.
• Previous undergraduate teaching experience in communication, with evidence of effective instructional practices.
• Ability to integrate a Christian worldview into communication instruction consistent with the mission, creed, and philosophy of teaching of Bob Jones University.
• Commitment to student mentoring, advising, and relational teaching that recognizes students as image-bearers of God.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and administration in curriculum development, assessment, and departmental initiatives.
• Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current in communication pedagogy and disciplinary trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction in assigned undergraduate courses, including course preparation, assessment, grading, and maintenance of course syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with university requirements.
• Maintain a current faculty portfolio demonstrating teaching effectiveness, professional development, and service.
• Serve as a student advisor, as assigned.
• Participate in departmental and divisional activities, including curriculum development, assessment, committee service, and advising core or co-curricular organizations.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and monitor communication research and trends to inform course and program improvement.
• Participate in university service activities and attend required institutional events, including chapel, faculty/staff meetings, etc.
• Answers questions concerning mission and creed of BJU to constituents, students, or those inquiring about BJU.
• Support experiential and co-curricular learning opportunities, which may include directing in Classic Players productions or contributing to a student-run agency.

Education

Master’s degree in Communication Studies

Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication

Undergraduate teaching experience in communication

Ability to integrate a Christian worldview into instruction

Commitment to student mentoring and advising

Collaboration with faculty for curriculum development

Organizational and time-management skills

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Job description

Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC seeks a faculty member to teach undergraduate communication courses from a Christian worldview. The position may include Fundamentals of Speech, Oral Communication for the Profession and Public Speaking, along with advising and curriculum development.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Communication Studies, demonstrate excellence in teaching, and align with the university creed and mission.