Assistant Professor in Communication

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Assistant Professor in Communication

Communication, Media, and Culture

PFAC - Slotted Faculty

Full-Time

9 mo.

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Communication or a related field to begin in August
2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication, Journalism,Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates with a clear plan for degree completion prior to May 31, 2027, maybe considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning on October
15, 2026.

The teaching load is three courses per academic semester and may include face-to-face, hybrid, or online delivery formats. We are seeking excellent teacher-scholars who can teach the department’sfoundation courses as well as courses in the graduate program,including communication theory and communication research. Faculty will also teach courses in their areas of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates whose expertise includes one or more ofthe following areas: media, social media, health communication, and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence.

Faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, maintain an activescholarly agenda, mentor students, and provide service to the Department, College, and University.

Must hold the appropriate terminal degree or meet the establishedalternative qualifications, and exhibit strong potential for excellence in teaching.

Employer-based sponsorship may be considered for this position,subject to institutional review and applicable law.

Employment at Coastal Carolina University is contingent uponauthorization to work in the United States. CCU may consideremployer-based visa sponsorship for certain positions; however,sponsorship is discretionary, not guaranteed, and subject to legal,financial, and institutional requirements. CCU rarely sponsorspart-time, temporary, staff or non-tenure-track roles and will not sponsor H-1B petitions when the federally required $100,000 feeapplies.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

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08/16/2027

09/15/2026

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• Teaches students in the classroom, laboratory, and/or studio.
• Prepares content, syllabi, and University Moodle/curricular sitefor each course and/or lab assigned each semester. Communicates to students after reviewing assignments. Calculates and assigns grades(e.g., mid-term and final) through established procedures listed inthe Faculty Manual and University catalog. Tracks and reportsabsences as directed by the Office of the Registrar.
• Conducts research to create and add to knowledge in a field orproduces creative work. Trains students in related research techniques and in creative production.
• Posts and holds regular office hours each week per College and University guidelines. Engages in University-related activities including committee assignments, meetings, ceremonies, events and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual.
• Performs other departmental needs as assigned.