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Post Date: 01/16/13

Institution: East Texas Baptist University

Position: Department of Communication Studies

East Texas Baptist University invites applications for an anticipated full-time career-track position in the Department of Communication Studies. The position begins in August, 2013 and will include teaching courses each semester, participation in departmental reviews, contribution to curriculum development, and student advising duties.

Requirements: A doctorate in speech communication or related field is required, with a minimum
of 18 hours in speech communication.

Responsibilities: To include teaching a variety of courses in speech communication such as Fundamentals of Speech, Listening, Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Nonverbal Communication, and Communication Research Methods. Teaching experience at the
undergraduate level is preferred. Candidates should have a strong commitment to academic scholarship, the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues, an appreciation for Christian higher education, and demonstrate a personal Christian faith. ETBU faculty members are expected to participate in the life of the University via faculty meetings/workshops and by participating in/attending student activities and events.

Contact: To apply, submit the following to Academic Affairs, East Texas Baptist
University, One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX 75670-1498, academicaffairs@etbu.edu . 
a. Letter of Application 
b. University Application (application available at www.etbu.edu/employment 
c. Curriculum Vita 
d. Statement of Philosophy of Teaching 
e. Official transcripts from all schools attended (transcript request form available
at www.etbu.edu/employment 
f. Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at
least three professional references 

For additional information see www.etbu.edu/Employment or contact Dr. Cole Franklin,
Chair of Communication Studies, 903.923.2288, cfranklin@etbu.edu.

Post Date: 10/23/12

Institution: Pepperdine University

Position: Multiple (Advertising, Public Relations, Intercultural)

I. Advertising -- Assistant Professor

The Communication Division invites applications for an entry-level tenure-track appointment in advertising. The successful candidate will be able to teach several courses within our 120-plus student major, including Introduction to Advertising, Advertising Media, Digital Media Strategy, and Advertising Research and Planning. The ability to teach general media courses, such as Storytelling Through Media, Communication Theories, and Communication Research, is preferred. The successful candidate will also serve as a curriculum adviser for advertising student majors, advise the co-curricular Ad Club, and oversee the curriculum component of student internships. A strong research agenda is necessary, as is a commitment to the Christian mission of the University. Ph.D. or ABD is required.

II. Public Relations -- Assistant Professor

The Communication Division invites applications for an entry-level tenure-track appointment in public relations. The successful candidate will be able to teach several courses within our 100-plus student major, including Introduction to Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, and Public Relations Techniques and Campaigns. The ability to teach general media courses, such as Storytelling Through Media, Communication Theories, and Communication Research, is preferred. The successful candidate will also co-advise the Public Relations Student Society of America chapter, serve as a curriculum adviser for public relations student majors, and oversee the curriculum component of student internships. Documented research interest, teaching experience, and professional experience in public relations are required.  Ph.D. or ABD required.

III. Intercultural Communication -- Assistant Professor (Pending Funding)

The Communication division invites applications for an entry-level tenure-track position in Communication.  The successful applicant will be experienced at teaching introduction to intercultural communication, advanced intercultural communication, communication case studies and International communication and negotiation.  Candidates who can also teach other communication courses, especially introduction to communication theory, communication research, and/or communication ethics will receive special consideration. A strong research agenda is necessary, as is a commitment to the Christian mission of the University. Ph.D. or ABD is required.

Application Details

We encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and cultural experiences, including women and persons of color. 

Pepperdine's undergraduate Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of just over 3000 students situated in Malibu, Calif.  It is affiliated with the churches of Christ and the Restoration tradition within Protestant Christianity.

The position is open until filled.  Please send a copy of your vitae, a two-page explanation of your teaching philosophy and a one to two-page response to the Christian mission of Pepperdine (http://seaver.pepperdine.edu/about/mission/) to:
Dr. Ken Waters (ken.waters@pepperdine.edu)
Chair, Communication Division
Communication Division
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263-4211

Post Date: 10/23/12

Institution: Utah State University

Position: Religious Studies Chair

Utah State University and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences seek applications for the position of the Charles Redd Chair in Religious Studies at Utah State University. We are seeking a Full or Associate Professor to fill the endowed Charles Redd Chair in Religious Studies. The person holding this chair will lead the development and expansion of the curriculum in the interdisciplinary program in religious studies administered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

The college seeks an effective and dynamic teacher and scholar who can work to expand the religious studies program at Utah State University. The successful candidate will be a master teacher who can contribute to the breadth of offerings in religious studies. This is a nine month academic year appointment.

Utah State University is a Carnegie Research University (High Research Activity) enrolling 29,000 students on six campuses located throughout Utah. The main campus, in Logan, is located in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. Please visit www.usu.edu/greats/ for further details. Women, minority, veteran, and disabled candidates are encouraged to apply. Utah State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

The Redd chair was created to provide leadership and inspiration in the Religious Studies Program. We seek a highly-qualified "master teacher" who rejoices in teaching and is dedicated to engaging students from throughout the University in discussions of religious thought and practice. He or she will have an established record of teaching and pedagogical leadership in the field of Religious Studies. The field of specialization within Religious Studies is open. The Redd Chair's primary responsibility is creating opportunities for students to explore the religious traditions of the world, provoking them to think about religions' roles, historically and presently, in societies, economies, and conflicts. The holder of the Redd Chair will teach a range of classes, including large survey courses for the general undergraduate population.

A Ph.D. in an appropriate field is required (religious studies, communication, philosophy, sociology, history, English, and anthropology). The candidate must be at the rank of full or associate professor. The successful candidate will have demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching with a record of excellence in this area of responsibility. He or she must demonstrate strong interpersonal relational skills in drawing together the diverse viewpoints of donors, faculty and students in religious studies. Experience in development and other program building activities is a plus.

Along with the online application, please attach:
(1) a curriculum vita;
(2) a cover letter expressing your interest in the position;
(3) evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as recent teaching evaluations, portfolio, etc. (.doc, .docx, .pdf format); - you will upload this information using the "other document" slot provided.
(4) The names and email addresses of three references.

It is recommended that you have all required documents ready to attach before you click on the "apply for" link. Please go to: jobs.usu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58042

Applications must be submitted online, but questions regarding the position can be addressed to Brad Hall at brad.hall@usu.edu.