Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication

Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication

Salary

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MA

Job Type

Academic Faculty - 9 months

Job Number

00384

Department

Literature Writing and Journalism

Opening Date

05/08/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Department of Literature, Writing, and Journalism invites applications for a one-year, nine-month Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication. The expected teaching load is 12 credits (four courses) each semester. The department is seeking candidates with experience teaching practice-oriented communication courses, as well as first-year composition courses.

Responsibilities

Specific courses may include Introduction to Communication, Social Media Theory and Practice, Introduction to Public Relations, College Writing I and College Writing II. The position also includes providing motivated undergraduates with mentoring and insight into the field of communication.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have an earned MA in Communication or a closely related field; a PhD is preferred. ABD candidates nearing completion will also be considered. Graduate-level training in composition and a record of publication or a professional portfolio are desired.

Candidates with significant professional experience in communication-related industries are encouraged to apply.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with an employment date of August 25, 2026. Applicants should upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and the names and contact information for three professional references

At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• Tuition exchange program for dependents
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Paid Sick Leave Benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
• Life and accident insurance plans
• Long-term disability
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness benefits and programs
• Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our Human Resources page.

Employer Springfield College

Address 263 Alden Street

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01109

Phone 413-748-5678

Website http://www.springfield.edu