Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Communications, UNLV Honors College R0149504

Position: Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Communications, UNLV Honors College [R0149504]

Assistant Professor-in-Residence of Communications, UNLV Honors College [R0149504]

Application is open until filled; review begins January 15, 2026.

About the Position

Full‑time, Non‑Tenure‑Track (NTT) Assistant Professor‑in‑Residence of Communication Studies in the Honors College. The position is promo table through traditional rank but has no research requirement. Anticipated start date August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach four Honors courses each semester, typically including three public‑speaking courses and one senior‑level “special topics’’ seminar designed by the candidate. Additional 200‑level interpersonal communication courses may be assigned.
• Collaborate with Honors College faculty, mentor undergraduate students, supervise senior Honors research thesis projects.
• Participate in service to the college, university, and community; maintain a substantial in‑person presence on campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Communication Studies or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university, awarded before employment.
• Prepared to teach Honors Public Speaking and 400‑level Honors special topics seminars.
• Proven record of transformative teaching appropriate to a rank of Assistant Professor‑in‑Residence.
• Demonstrated service at student, college, university, or community level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong commitment to student success, mentoring, and undergraduate intellectual development.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver well‑structured, rigorous, and innovative courses.
• Evidence of effective, innovative instructional methods that promote active learning and critical thinking.
• Background in social science with ability to teach Honors courses in interpersonal, health, or organizational communication.
• Experience teaching in an Honors environment, service‑learning, or online/hybrid formats.

Diversity & Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, contribute to a respectful, positive work environment, and base decisions on UNLV’s Campus Values.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with similar positions.
• Comprehensive benefits: paid time off, sick leave, holidays, health insurance, retirement plans, tuition reductions for self and family members, no state income tax, wellness programming, employee recognition, athletic ticket discounts, and more.

Application Process

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references through Workday (email not accepted). For interview‑selected candidates, provide recent teaching evaluations, a sample syllabus for public speaking, and a one‑page teaching philosophy statement.

EEO/AA Statement

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Title IX Statement

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Additional Information

Recruitments may vary; work schedules may change based on organizational needs. The position may require a criminal background check and verification of academic credentials.

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