The Department of Humanities & Communication at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Daytona Beach Campus seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a Ph.D. in Communication, Technical Communication, English, Rhetoric & Composition, or related fields. Applicants who are ABD with dissertations near completion and who are scheduled to graduate before August 2024 will also be considered. The successful candidate must have a record of productivity in scholarly presentations and publications that demonstrate the potential to sustain high-quality research in technical and professional communication or digital media.

Teaching duties, to begin August 2024, include a combination of general education courses such as speech, technical writing, and professional communication, as well as contributions to a STEM-focused Communication degree program. Candidates must have a record of teaching excellence. Service responsibilities could include participation on departmental, college, and university committees and other activities to support the department. The first-year course load will be 3/3 with the expectation of active research.

In addition to offering general education courses in writing, humanities, and communication at a STEM-focused university, the department delivers academic programs in Communication and Interdisciplinary Studies, with minors in Humanities, Communication, Latin American Studies, Arabic Studies, Russian Studies, and Chinese Studies. The department has 35 full-time faculty members.

Applicants must apply online at https://embryriddle.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Tenure-Track-Assistant-Professor-in-Speech---Technical-Communication_R306674 and submit a letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts, and a list of three references. In their application letter, applicants should note their teaching experience, previous scholarly productivity, and plans for further development of their scholarship. Additional materials, such as a teaching portfolio and/or research statement, may be requested from qualified applicants as the search progresses.  The review of candidates will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus. Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6%... gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page at http://careers.erau.edu.

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