Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication

Job Opportunities at Texas State University Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication

Job Posting Number: 2026026

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Job Location:

San Marcos

Department:
Department of Communication Studies

The Department of Communication Studies at Texas State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication. Candidates’ teaching and research expertise should include interpersonal communication and quantitative research methods. This tenure-track position will involve teaching, research, and service responsibilities. Employment will begin in August 2026.

• PhD in Communication Studies or a Communication-related field.
• Prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate quantitative research methods.
• Evidence of specialization and preparedness to teach interpersonal communication, including related interpersonal topics (e.g., relational communication, family communication).
• Demonstrated record of departmental, university, professional, and community service.

• Evidence of sustained and impactful scholarship.
• Experience or potential for external grant funding.
• Evidence of dedication to professional and/or instructional development (e.g., teaching workshops, involvement in professional organizations).
• Prepared to teach, mentor, and conduct service in multiple modalities, especially face-to-face, but also in hybrid and online.

To assure full consideration, please submit the following by September 25, 2025.

• Cover letter that includes your qualifications and fit with the job description.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
• Curriculum Vitae.
• DD 214/DD1300 (if applicable).
• Veteran's Preference (if applicable).
• Contact information for three academic references (names and email addresses) in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

August 2026

Posting Date: 08/20/2025

Review Date: 09/26/2025

Close Date:
Open until filled

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This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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