Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Full Time
Marshall, MN 56258
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Position Information
Classification Title
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Hire Types
Faculty
Division
Academic and Student Affairs
Department
College of Arts, Letters and Sciences
Unit
Fine Arts and Communication
Location
Marshall, MN
FLSA
Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1
Employment Condition
Fixed Term
Work Shift
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Posting Details
Salary Minimum
Salary Maximum
Salary Type
Per Credit
Bargaining Unit/Plan
Job Description
SMSU’s Assistant Professor of Communication Studies is a full-time, fixed term faculty position. Responsibilities include teaching courses in the Broadcasting/Media major as well as other areas. In keeping with the philosophical position of the program, this individual would also be responsible for teaching COMM 110(general education offering) on a regular basis. In addition, this position will assist in advising the Broadcasting and Digital Media Activities of the program, advise the SMSU Media Production Club (and student chapter of BEA), supervise the Media Creation Lab (part of SMSU’s Center for Online Teaching and Learning), and assist in the redesign of curriculum, as needed, to ensure students are well prepared for careers. Reassigned (release) time may be granted for some of these duties. Based on experience and expertise, this position may also support other areas of the Communication Studies program such as Public Relations and Mass Communication courses.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree (or higher) in Communication, Mass Communication, or closely related field.
- Expertise in the area of film and/or artistic video production.
- Expertise with media production software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, Camtasia, audacity, etc.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
- Understand of and appreciation for liberal education.
- Demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds and commitment to fostering a global perspective.
Preferred Qualifications
- MFA or Ph.D in Communication, Mass Communication, or closely related field
- Professional experience in narrative and/or documentary filmmaking
- Experience with supervision of student media production activities
- Familiarity with online teaching
- Post-secondary teaching experience
Other Requirements
About
Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.
Benefits Info
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SMSU2021235P
Number of Vacancies
1
Re-posting
No
Desired Start Date
08/14/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
05/24/2024
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Accept Applications
Yes
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
SMSU
is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
SMSU
does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affirmative Action Office, 507-537-6208. For
TTY
communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.
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