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Assistant Professor, Communication
Fort Myers, FL
Job Description
Job Summary
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning, and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
- Teaches 9 credit hours (2/1 teaching load) per year of undergraduate courses in Communication curriculum. The remainder of workload will be devoted to working with the university administration on micro-credentialing and digital badging protocols.
- Prepares syllabi, instruction materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
- Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
- Actively serves on university committees.
- Actively participates in institutional meetings
- Assists with the development of curriculum
- Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University. Community, institutional and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission is expected of all faculty.
- Other duties may be assigned by the Chair.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Communication from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
- Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.
- Experience teaching undergraduate Communication courses, including Interracial/Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Communication, and Gender and Communication.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Communication from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
- Experience with management of the lower division curriculum development and micro-credentialing and digital badging.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Experience with and commitment to the use of instructional technology, a willingness to cultivate an interdisciplinary perspective; and a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
- Experience or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued service to the school and university.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Appointment will be made on a 12-month multi-year appointment basis available July 2024.
Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DONOTsend examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property ofFGCUandCANNOTBERETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property ofFGCU.
Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.
Required Application Materials:
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Five (5) Professional References
The position is listed as "open until filled", however applications received by November 15, 2023 will receive priority consideration.
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
FGCU is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Employer
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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