Position Details

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 Special Instructions Summary Posting Contact 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Do you have a master's degree (or higher) in Communication, Mass Communication, or closely related field?

yes

no

How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

Public Job Posting

Internal Job Posting

Agency Referral

Advertisement/Publication

Personal Referral

Website

Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Transcripts - Unofficial of highest degree

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3

Student Evaluations

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents