Assistant Professor-in-Residence and Basic Course Director, Communication Studies [R0150386]

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Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for *Revised* Assistant Professor-in-Residence and Basic Course Director, Communication Studies [R0150386].

ROLE of the POSITION The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a 12-month Assistant Professor-in-Residence position, with an assignment to serve as our Basic Course Director. The primary responsibilities for this position are to oversee, manage, and coordinate the Public Speaking Course at UNLV as well as teach undergraduate and graduate courses for our traditional and online degree students.

The candidate will administer all aspects of the introductory course in Communication Studies at UNLV, Public Speaking. The university offers over 60 sections of this course every semester in hybrid and online formats. The basic course director supervises, mentors, and evaluates all instructors associated with the basic course. They also assess and update the course to ensure effectiveness of public speaking skill development among students.

We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in the area of Instructional Communication, Assessment, and Learning with experience as a Basic Course Director. Applicants with experience with workforce development/career readiness and experiential learning/community-based learning practices are also desired. Finally, candidates with secondary expertise in Interpersonal/Family or Mediated Communication is preferred. The department is launching five workforce readiness microcredentials at the undergraduate level tied to communication skill development in the workforce and we are also working to redevelop the M.A. program as an entirely online and professional-oriented, practical, and workforce development/career readiness graduate degree program in Communication.

A Professor-in-Residence position is a teaching-intensive, full-time, career-track appointment that offers an opportunity for a scholar with a primary interest in innovative curriculum development and instruction. The teaching load for this position is typically 12 credit hours per semester, or a 4/4 course load and an expectation to perform service. Candidates may receive reassigned time on a semester-to-semester basis related to the initiatives outline in this job call with the approval of the chair and the dean.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE Housed in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, the Department of Communication Studies has approximately 300 undergraduate majors. Its programs emphasize three areas, organizational/professional communication; interpersonal/relational communication; and public communication, persuasion, and advocacy. The program emphasizes professional skill development; critical thinking; and applied learning. Students can participate in the Department’s debate club, the Com Lab, and the local chapter of Lambda Pi Eta.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This position requires a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV • Competitive total rewards package including: • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS • Employee recognition and appreciation programs • UNLV athletics ticket discounts • Statewide employee purchase program discounts • RebelCard discounts on and off campus • Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost • Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles • Connect with colleagues with shared interests • Personal and professional development opportunities • A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard • Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact  vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage .

*Revised* HOW TO APPLY *Submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae listing qualifications and experience, a teaching portfolio (with teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, lesson plans, assignment descriptions, rubrics, and evaluations) and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.*

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifica

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