Assistant Professor of Communication – Utah Tech University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Communication – Utah Tech University

• Institution: Utah Tech University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Communication, College of Humanities & Social Sciences

• Job Number: 27FAC904-1

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month, Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Leadership and Organizational Communication

• Teaching Load: 4/4 teaching load; 24 credits per academic year

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 55.75 lakh annually

• Location: St. George, Utah, United States

• Application Deadline: November 2, 2026 – Application Review Begins

• Position Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start Date: Fall 2027; faculty service and benefits begin July 1, 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of Communication at Utah Tech University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Communication with an emphasis in Leadership and Organizational Communication.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, scholarship, and university service while helping strengthen the department’s offerings in leadership, organizational communication, and professional communication.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach 24 credits per academic year.

• Teach courses in areas such as:

  • Leadership and Performance Teams

  • Organizational Communication and System Dynamics

  • Professional Relationships

  • Persuasion

  • Ethics in Communication

  • Introductory Communication courses

• Develop new courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise.

• Contribute to departmental curriculum development.

• Participate in program management and promotion.

• Support student recruitment and retention.

• Participate in university and college service.

• Maintain an active scholarship agenda appropriate to a teaching-focused university.

Research & Teaching Areas of Interest

The department welcomes candidates with expertise in areas including:

• Leadership Communication

• Organizational Communication

• Compassionate Leadership

• Student-Led Organizing

• Community Leadership and Organizing

• Organizational Support

• Leadership Ethics

• Public Relations

• Strategic Communication

• Organizational Justice

• Organizational Activism

Applicants may use qualitative, critical, quantitative, or other relevant theoretical and methodological approaches.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Communication or a related field.

• ABD candidates may be considered if the degree will be completed by July 1, 2027.

• Teaching and/or course-development experience in areas such as:

  • Organizational Communication

  • Professional Communication

  • Leadership

  • Communication Theory

  • Communication Research

• Evidence of excellence or potential for excellence in college-level teaching.

• Experience in curriculum development.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a collegial academic environment.

• Willingness to support student recruitment and retention initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience teaching students from varied educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Interest in active-learning and innovative teaching approaches.

• Previous university or departmental service experience.

• An active research agenda with potential for publications and conference participation.

• Online teaching experience.

• Experience using online learning platforms.

• Strong commitment to student mentoring and success.

Nature of Appointment

• Full-time faculty position

• 9-month appointment

• 4/4 teaching load

• Primarily teaching-focused role

• Additional compensation may be available for optional summer or overload teaching

• University and college service expectations begin during employment

• Active scholarship is highly encouraged

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Retirement plan contributions

• Employee assistance and wellness programs

• Undergraduate tuition waivers for eligible employees and dependents

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter of no more than 2 single-spaced pages

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Effective Teaching Portfolio

4. Research Statement of no more than 1 single-spaced page

5. Contact Information for at Least Three Professional References

6. Unofficial Transcripts

The teaching portfolio may include:

• Teaching philosophy

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness

• Sample syllabus

• Information on experience supporting students with varied levels of academic preparation

Application Process

• Job Number: 27FAC904-1

• Application Review Begins: November 2, 2026

• Position Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start: Fall 2027

• Application Link: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/utahtech/jobs/5499980/assistant-professor-of-communication

• Human Resources Email: hr@utahtech.edu

• Phone: 435-652-7500

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