Associate Professor of Communication Studies – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Faculty Opportunity: Associate Professor of Communication Studies – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

• Institution: The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)

• College: College of Liberal Arts

• Department: Department of Communication

• Position: Associate Professor of Communication Studies

• Posting Number: FRGV2055

• Job Class Code: 10021

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• FTE: 1.0

• Number of Vacancies: 1

• Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas, United States

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Open Date: October 8, 2026

• Application Deadline: November 8, 2026

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

Overview of the Role

The Department of Communication at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for an Associate Professor of Communication Studies beginning in the 2027–28 academic year.

The area of specialization is open. The successful candidate will maintain an active research programme and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of expertise.

The position will also contribute to the Department’s graduate communication research methods and applied communication research offerings, as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain an active programme of scholarly research.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Communication courses.

• Contribute to graduate communication research methods and applied communication research where appropriate.

• Support curriculum development and assessment.

• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate programmes.

• Support graduate certificate programmes.

• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

• Supervise master’s theses and professional projects.

• Provide service to the Department, College, University, discipline, and wider community.

• Contribute to the academic and disciplinary leadership of the B.A. in Communication Studies programme.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must have:

• Ph.D. in Communication, Communication Studies, or a closely related field from an accredited university.

• An established programme of research.

• A record of successful college-level teaching.

• A record of academic and professional service.

To be appointed at the Associate Professor level, candidates must satisfy UTRGV’s departmental and institutional requirements for tenure.

Discipline-Specific Requirements

Candidates should have:

• Specialization in Communication Studies or a closely related communication field.

• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students.

• Demonstrated experience mentoring students.

• Ability to contribute to Communication Studies and graduate curricula.

Teaching & Academic Scope

The Department of Communication offers programmes including:

• B.A. in Communication Studies

• B.A. in Mass Communication

  • Advertising and Public Relations

  • Journalism

  • Media Production

• M.A. in Communication

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, mentoring, programme development, and academic leadership across the Department.

Salary / Remuneration

Salary is listed as:

Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

The exact salary amount is not specified in the advertisement.

Application Checklist

Applicants are required to submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Unofficial Transcripts

3. List of Three References

4. Letter of Interest

Optional materials may include:

• Resume

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application

• Teaching Philosophy

• Writing or Publication Sample

• Reference Letters

• Multimedia Materials

• Certifications and Licenses

• Training Certificates

• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

• Additional Unofficial Transcripts

• Other Supporting Documents

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Additional Requirements

• The position is security-sensitive.

• Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will undergo a criminal background check.

• The role may require presence at multiple UTRGV locations across the Rio Grande Valley.

• Faculty members whose primary language is not English may be required under Texas law to demonstrate English proficiency through specified TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Nature of Appointment

• Full-Time Faculty

• Associate Professor

• Tenure-Track

• 1.0 FTE

• One vacancy

• Appointment beginning in the 2027–28 academic year

Important Dates

• Open Date: October 8, 2026

• Application Deadline: November 8, 2026

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the UTRGV careers portal.

Posting Number: FRGV2055

Application Page:
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52783

Important Link Note: The posting page provided is 52783, while the “Quick Link” field within the advertisement lists 52558. Applicants should use the active posting page above unless UTRGV redirects otherwise.

Faculty Recruitment Contact – College of Liberal Arts:
liberalarts@utrgv.edu

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