Lecturer - Creating Pool - School of Communication

Position: Lecturer - Creating a Pool - School of Communication

Job no: 520270
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title

Lecturer - Creating a Pool - School of Communication

Position Information

Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: School of Communication
Campus

Location:

Normal, IL

Job Summary

This pool is created to help us meet instructional demands across all majors in the School of Communication.
The School of Communication (COM) serves over 950 undergraduate and nearly 100 graduate students, offering degrees in Communication Studies, Journalism, Mass Media, and Public Relations (CEPR accredited program) along with a top‑rated master’s degree in Communication. The School has research and graphics computer labs, a Communication Innovation Center and Social Media Analytics Command Center (SMACC), WZND FM 103.3 (student radio), high‑definition television station (TV‑10) with daily live newscasts, and the National Public Radio affiliate WGLT FM 89.1. A variety of active student co‑curricular organizations are promoted, including Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), Lambda Pi Eta, a nationally ranked forensics program, Student Television Workshop, and others.

The School is also home to The Vidette, a renowned student‑run news organization. Illinois State enrolls over 20,000 student

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

• Insurance benefits , including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination )
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

For a non‑terminal degree, starting at $4900 per month commensurate with experience and qualifications and prorated to the amount of time contracted (FTE). For a terminal degree, starting at $5200 per month commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication or related field
• For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrated oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication or related field
• For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrated oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position

Work Hours

• Master’s degree in Communication or closely related field.

Proposed Starting Date

TBD

Required Applicant Documents

Please prepare in advance separate documents representing a cover letter, reference list (at least three professional references and contact information), and resume/C.V. to attach to this application.

Please Note

These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applications will be reviewed as vacancies become available.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Department:
Denise Thomas
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Human Resources:
Lexi Marquez
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Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at  . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at  .

Application Dates

Application Opened: 05/05/2025 09:00 AM CST
Final date to receive applications: Open Until Filled

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