Ferris State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to join our growing Communication programs. The successful candidate will be a communication generalist prepared to teach Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and/or Small Group Decision Making, with an advanced degree focused on Digital and Social Media. We seek a colleague who can teach undergraduate courses including Mass and Social Media, Research Methods (both quantitative and qualitative), Organizational Communication, Conflict and Communication, and/or Broadcast Presentation; and who will help us develop courses in the candidate’s area of specialty. Ferris State University is primarily a teaching institution with a mission focused on career preparation. The Humanities Department in the College of Arts and Sciences houses the Communication programs. Ferris State University offers degrees in Sports Communication, Applied Speech Communication, and Applied Speech Communication with a concentration in Public Advocacy. There are opportunities to collaborate with undergraduate students on research projects. There are also opportunities to collaborate with existing programs in other departments, including Journalism, Public Relations, and Television & Digital Media Production. Required: Ph.D. in a Communication field, with a focus in Digital and Social Media OR Master’s degree in Communication with ABD status in a doctorate program with a focus in Digital and Social Media. It is expected that a Ph.D. will be earned within 2 calendar years from contract date. Demonstrated ability to effectively teach undergraduates. Demonstrated ability to work appropriately with a diverse array of students and colleagues.
