Temporary Faculty Communication Arts

Job

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world‑class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.

Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

The Department of Communication Arts in the College of Arts and Humanities offers a range of programs in creative, dynamic, and strategic communication fields. Students may choose from undergraduate options covering various aspects of communication, multimedia, film and theatre production, as well as a graduate option focusing on professional communication and leadership.

The Department of Communication Arts is now accepting applications for a pool of part‑time faculty positions to support undergraduate and graduate programs in Communication Studies and Communication Leadership for the 2024–2025 academic year. These positions are on an as‑needed, semester‑by‑semester basis.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online)

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

• Master’s degree in Communication, Communication Studies or Leadership with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Communication
• Classroom instruction experience in higher education

• Earned Ph.D. in Communication, Communication Studies or Leadership
• Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, Pamela Z. Sears, psears. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or oneusgsupport.

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy. Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on‑campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service…