EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Lecturer in Speech Communication
Category: | Faculty – Full-Time Lecturer |
Posted: | December 1, 2023 |
Type: | Full-Time, Employee |
The Department of Communication at Georgia State University (GSU), Atlanta campus, invites applicants for Lecturers of basic communication courses to begin Fall 2024. Lecturers at GSU are full-time non-tenure track faculty with both teaching and service requirements who directly contribute to the mission of the university. Lecturers have the opportunity for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer based on excellence in teaching and service. Lecturers normally teach four courses per semester, and for these positions, the courses would include: Public Speaking, Human Communication, and Media, Culture & Society, among other lower-division courses. An upper-level course in area of specialization may occasionally be available. This is a 9-month position with opportunities to teach during the summer based on enrollment.
Essential Qualifications
· PhD in Communication or closely allied field, at the time of appointment
· Demonstrated excellence in teaching basic communication courses
· Ability to effectively deliver instruction in online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats
Preferred Qualifications
· Advanced understanding of digital, oral, and written communication skills
· Knowledge and experience with instructional technology
· Experience with service in an academic environment
Georgia State University, an enterprising R-1 university, the largest in the state, is in downtown Atlanta, and is home to one of the most diverse student bodies in the country. It is a national leader in innovative instruction and academic success, and our new strategic plan can be found online (strategic.gsu.edu). GSU is an institutional member of the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity. Full-time employees enjoy benefits such as retirement savings plans with matching funds, health insurance options (a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans), life insurance, and other insurance options, as well as savings accounts (health; flexible; transportation), and an EAP. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification. Georgia State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status in its programs, services, activities, employment, and/or admissions. Additionally, the University promotes equal employment opportunity for women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans through its affirmative action program.
To Apply
Please send the following materials to Dr. Rasha Ramzy, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected]
1. Application cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae (if doctorate not yet complete, please indicate when it is expected)
3. In two pages or less, please outline how your professional and academic experiences have prepared you to support and apply Georgia State’s mission and core values, which are described in our strategic plan (https://strategic.gsu.edu/).
4. Student evaluations or other evidence of success in instruction
5. Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested for all finalists)
Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Part-time Instructor
Category: | Faculty – Part-Time Instructor |
Application Reviewed: | As needed, typically June/July for Fall semesters, October/November for Spring semesters |
Type: | Part-Time, Employee |
About the Position
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY, College of Arts and Sciences, invites applications for non-tenure track, Part-Time Instructor faculty positions.
The Department of Communication anticipates hiring Part-Time Instructors to teach undergraduate courses in journalism and speech communication, including such courses as specialized reporting, applied graphic communication, public speaking, human communication, public relations (techniques, writing, campaigns), news writing, feature writing, and media, culture, and society. Preference will be given to those with appropriate teaching and professional experience.
Application Information
Applicants should send:
- a letter of application
- CV
- list of courses they have experience to teach
- evidence of teaching effectiveness
An offer of employment will be conditional upon budgetary approval and background verification.
Send applications and supporting materials to:
Dr. Rasha Ramzy,
Department of Communication
[email protected]
Review of Applications
A review of applications will begin as needed, typically June/July for Fall semesters, October/November for Spring semesters.
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The Department of Communication
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8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
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10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Department of Communication
800 Twenty Five Park Place NE
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA 30303
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Department of Communication
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 5060
Atlanta, GA, 30302-5060