Instructor of Communication-Limited Term, Part-Time

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Augusta University’s Department of Communication seeks a part-time, limited-term Instructor of Communication for the 2026-2027 academic year at the Summerville Campus. The selected candidate will teach up to three communication classes per term and begin in November 2026.

This non-tenure eligible position emphasizes introductory public speaking, communication studies, and related courses. The role entails teaching up to three courses per semester, maintaining teaching excellence, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication or related field.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher and scholarly activity.
• Experience teaching introductory public speaking and communication courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 3 courses per term.
• Demonstrate teaching excellence at the college level.
• Participate in shared governance.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Curriculum design

Student engagement

Education

Masters Degree in Communication

Job description

Instructor of Communication-Limited Term, Part-Time

Job ID: 304893

Location: Summerville Campus

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary:

*Job Summary

Job ID 304893

Position # 40119358

Augusta University's Department of Communication is seeking a part-time, limited term Instructor of Communication for the 2026-2027 academic year. The selected candidate will teach up to three communication classes per term. This is a non-tenure eligible faculty position that is limited term with duties anticipated to begin in November 2026. Candidates will have a strong commitment to teaching introductory public speaking, communication studies, mass communication, and possibly other courses as needed.

Responsibilities

Teach up to 3 courses a semester, which may include introductory public speaking and 2000-level required courses.

Demonstrate teaching excellence at the college level

Participate in shared governance

Required Qualifications

Masters Degree in Communication or related field

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;Evidence of ability as a teacher;Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter. Amount of time worked is based on work commitment.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is between 0.5-0.74 FTE and is considered partially benefits eligible. The FTE will be determined at the time of hire after discussions during the interview process with the successful candidate. The selected candidate will select from a retirement plan and accrue leave at a prorated amount based on finalized FTE.

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Benefits include sick leave and generous retirement plans.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website:

https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for a variety of careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -Our Summerville Campus:2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.