Assistant Or Associate Professor

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank (Tenure Track) Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should hold a PhD in Communication Studies or a related field.

Position Summary

The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenured Associate Professor or tenure-track Assistant Professor in Interpersonal and/or Health Communication with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. The responsibilities of this position are to carry out research; to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in research methods, communication theory, and the successful candidate's area of scholarly expertise; to supervise graduate student and undergraduate research; and to perform service to the department and university.

Additional Requirements

Candidates considered for the associate professor rank must have qualifications and academic credentials that are commensurate with the promotion and tenure guidelines at the University of Georgia. These guidelines can be found at https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure/. Candidates considered for the associate professor rank must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ideal applicants should have demonstrated expertise in communication research that utilizes computerized tools and algorithms for collecting, processing, analyzing, and visualizing data. We are open to candidates who employ diverse methodologies, including empirical, analytical, and critical approaches.

Ideal applicants will have a strong background in securing extramural research funding and a commitment to pursuing such funding in the future. They will also show evidence of a commitment to promoting interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary research through collaborating with partners at UGA and beyond.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Writing Sample

• Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

• Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.