Assistant Professor-in-Residence​/Undergraduate and Internship Coordinator​/Assessment Chair, Com

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Assistant Professor-in-Residence/Undergraduate and Internship Coordinator/Assessment Chair, Communication Studies [R0150519]

University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Full-time | Las Vegas | Negotiable

Posted Feb 20

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Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. EEO statements apply. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor-in-Residence/Undergraduate and Internship Coordinator/Assessment Chair, Communication Studies [R0150519].

• 12-month Assistant Professor-in-Residence position starting Fall 2026 with assignment as Undergraduate/Internship Coordinator and Chair of Assessment for the Department of Communication Studies.
• Develop and instruct undergraduate and graduate courses for traditional and online degree students; preferred expertise in Instructional Communication, Assessment, and Learning with experience in workforce development/career readiness and experiential/community-based learning.
• Secondary expertise in Interpersonal/Family or Mediated Communication is desired.
• Teaching load typically 12 credit hours per semester (4/4) with service expectations; reassigned time may be available with chair/dean approval.
• Oversee undergraduate curriculum management and assessment as Undergraduate Coordinator; serve as primary contact for internships with students and partner businesses.
• Lead undergraduate degree program assessments and evaluations, including data collection from students, faculty, and industry partners.
• Participate in redeveloping programs, including five workforce readiness microcredentials and online, professional-oriented graduate degree development.

Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, Department of Communication Studies, with ~300 undergraduate majors. Focus areas: organizational/professional, interpersonal/relational, and public communication, persuasion, and advocacy. Programs emphasize professional skill development, critical thinking, and applied learning. Student opportunities include the Department’s debate club, the Com Lab, and the local Lambda Pi Eta chapter.

• Ph.D. in Communication or related field from an accredited institution recognized by the US Department of Education and/or CHEA.
• 1–3 years of related experience; credentials must be obtained prior to start date.

Successful candidates will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment; will use Campus Values to guide decisions and actions and demonstrate Rebel spirit.

• Salary competitive with similarly situated institutions.
• Competitive benefits include health (medical, dental, vision), retirement plans, and voluntary programs.
• No state income tax; tuition discounts for NSHE schools and for spouses/partners/dependents.

Submit a letter of interest, a CV listing qualifications and experience, a teaching portfolio (sample syllabi, lesson plans, assignment descriptions, rubrics), and the names/addresses/phone numbers of at least three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notice from the search chair.

Applications should describe qualifications with reference to minimum and preferred qualifications. Address materials to:
Tara McManus, Search Committee Chair. Review of materials will begin March 15, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday; emailed materials will not be accepted.

UNLV employees or NSHE-affiliated applicants must use the Workday internal process. Use job requisition number “R0150519” to locate this posting.

Profile of the University: UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution with ~34,000 students and a commitment to diverse academic and community engagement. More information at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• EEO/AA statement applies;
  Title IX compliance information provided; the university promotes nondiscrimination in education and employment.
• Safety and security information and background checks may be required as part of the hiring process.
• Posting close date: 12/31/2026. Position open until filled. This posting may be subject to change.

Job category:
Academic Faculty
• Exempt:
Yes
• Full-Time Equivalent: 100%

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