Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Communications, UNLV Honors College R0149504

Overview

Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Communications, UNLV Honors College [R0149504]. University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Full-time | Las Vegas | Negotiable | Unknown

• Teach four Honors courses per semester (typically three public speaking courses and a senior-level “special topics” seminar of their own design). Course assignments may also include a 200-level interpersonal communication course, depending on the candidate’s preference and the needs of the college.
• Collaborate with Honors College faculty, mentor undergraduate students, supervise senior Honors research thesis projects, and participate in appropriate levels of service to the college, university, and community. Because the Honors College emphasizes a strong sense of community, faculty are expected to have a substantial in-person presence on campus.

• A Ph.D. in Communication Studies or closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university. The degree must be awarded prior to the start of employment.
• Ability to teach Honors Public Speaking and 400-level Honors special topics seminars.
• A significant and proven record of transformative teaching appropriate to their rank, and a record of service at the student, college, university, or community level.

• A strong commitment to student success, mentoring, and undergraduate intellectual development.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver well-structured, rigorous, and innovative courses.
• Evidence of effective, innovative, and creative instructional methods that promote active learning and critical thinking.
• Preference given to candidates with a social science background who can teach Honors courses in interpersonal, health, and/or organizational communication.
• Experience teaching in an Honors environment, service-learning, or online/hybrid formats is a plus.

Salary competitive with similarly situated institutions. Benefits include a competitive total rewards package with: paid time off, sick leave, holidays, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement plans, and tuition discounts (NSHE). Perks include employee recognition programs, discounts, wellness programs, career development opportunities, and onboarding support.

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted without advance notice from the search chair. For full consideration, applicants invited to virtual interviews should also submit recent teaching evaluations, a sample syllabus for public speaking, and a one-page teaching philosophy statement.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday; emailed materials will not be accepted.

Although the position remains open until filled, a review of candidates’ materials will begin on January 15, 2026. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Bryan Blank field, Search Committee Chair, and submitted through Workday. For assistance, contact UNLV Human Resources at  or UNLVJobs.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For internal NSHE candidate instructions, use the Workday Find Jobs process and reference the requisition number “R0149504”.

EEO/AA UNLV is committed to a work environment free of discrimination based on age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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