Limited Term Instructor or Limited Term Assistant Professor of Technical Communication

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as Limited Term Instructor or Assistant Professor of Technical Communication. This role involves teaching undergraduate courses in a dynamic environment, emphasizing practical education and collaboration. Ideal candidates will hold a master's degree and have teaching experience in higher education. Join a community committed to innovation and student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum master's degree in Technical Communication or related.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Proficiency in instructional design and technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate introductory course TCOM 2010: Technical Writing.
• Conduct additional courses in Technical Communication.
• Primary face-to-face teaching with some hybrid/online.

Skills

Teaching

Technical Communication

Instructional Design

UX/UI Principles

Use of Learning Management Systems

Education

Master's degree in Technical Communication or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Limited Term Instructor or Limited Term Assistant Professor of Technical Communication
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 286293
About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university.In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025.For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design is committed to providing exceptional education through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Our cutting-edge approaches ensure students are well-equipped to succeed in rapidly evolving tech-adjacent fields. Graduates are prepared for diverse careers based on their deep understanding of digital environments and user experiences.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seeking students, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & Social Sciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in the humanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Arts values and integrating practical knowledge and experiential learning into our curriculum, we empower our students to become responsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace. The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offers more than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in both traditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enable students to develop leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students, faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experience has prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage our students, partners, and stakeholders effectively.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a nine-month, full-time, non-tenure track, Limited Term Instructor or Limited Term Assistant Professor of Technical Communication faculty position in the Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design with a preferred start date of August 2025. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility for the position will be teaching the undergraduate-level introductory course, TCOM 2010: Technical Writing.
• Additional classes may include, but are not limited to
  • TCID 2002: Productivity and Tools
  • TCID 2170: Introduction to Digital Media and Culture
  • TCID 3100: Professional Development
  • TCOM 3030: Instructional Design
  • TCOM 3431: Information Design I
  • TCOM 4000: Technical Editing
• The teaching load is 5 (Fall) and 5 (Spring).
• Faculty will primarily teach courses in the face-to-face modality. Some sections of TCOM 2010 may be taught hybrid or online.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Technical Communication or Professional Writing or a related field at the time of hire.
• Experience in teaching face-to-face courses in a higher-education setting
• Previous teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject-matter knowledge in technical communication genres, instructional design/technology
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of interactive design (UX, UI)
• Experience using learning management systems
• Experience teaching hybrid and online courses
• Strong proficiency with both the Adobe Suite and the MS Office suite
• Industry experience as a technical communicator is highly desirable.
  

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations due upon hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
   

Optional Document:

• Summary of student evaluations

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by June13, 2025.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. E. Jonathan Arnett, Technical Communication Program Coordinator ([e-mail]).

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone] or [e-mail].

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia 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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf