Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (Tenure-Track)

• 497157
• Full-Time
• Arts & Communication

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Department: Arts & Communication Salary:

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Description:

Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (Tenure-Track)

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (Tenure-Track)

Department of Arts and Communication, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Houston-Downtown

Start Date: Fall 2027

Position Description

The Department of Arts and Communication at the University of Houston-Downtown in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication Studies position. The appointment begins in Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following areas: media studies or media production, corporate or organizational communication, strategic communication, public relations, digital communication, or related fields. They will contribute to a dynamic Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies program and Master of Arts in Strategic Communication program.

Responsibilities include teaching a 4-3 course load over the two long semesters in a variety of modalities including undergraduate and graduate communication courses; maintaining an active program of scholarly research and publication; participating in curriculum development and assessment; advising and mentoring students; and contributing to departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Organizational Communication, Strategic Communication, Public Relations, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the date of appointment.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: media studies or media production, corporate or organizational communication, strategic communication, public relations, digital communication, or related fields.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective teaching or strong potential for teaching excellence at the collegiate level.
• Evidence of an active or developing research agenda.
• Commitment to student success and engagement in a dynamic urban university environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach across multiple areas of the Communication Studies curriculum.
• Experience teaching online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses.
• Evidence of community-engaged teaching, or experiential learning initiatives.
• Experience incorporating emerging communication technologies into teaching and research.
• Relevant professional experience in communication-related industries.

About UHD

The University of Houston-Downtown is a comprehensive public university and a constituent institution of the University of Houston System. UHD is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and a Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) and is committed to providing a student-centered education that prepares learners for professional success and civic engagement.

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications for the position
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research agenda
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on November 23, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

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The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.