Assistant Professor of Communication, Teaching Track

The Department of Arts, Culture, and Technology invites applicants for the position of Teaching Track Assistant Professor of Communication, specialization open. We are particularly interested in digital forms of communication and environmental communication. Candidates with environmental specializations would have the opportunity to affiliate with the Institute for a Sustainable Environment. 
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV including contact information for 3 references, and statement of teaching philosophy. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed starting February 15.

ABOUT CLARKSON:

Clarkson University is a research-intensive institution with a pre-professional teaching mission in engineering, business and the sciences. Located in the Saint Lawrence River Valley, between the Adirondack high peaks and Ottawa and Montreal, Clarkson University provides easy access to both outdoor recreation and international social and cultural opportunities.

TEACHING/WORKLOAD:
Teach courses in communication, including Professional Communication, Public Speaking, elective communication courses, and UNIV 190: The Clarkson Seminar, a first-year critical reading and writing course. Additionally this role will participate in Advisement and Service as governed by the departmental workload policy.   

Minimal qualifications/experience:  PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, Communication, or related field by Sept 1, 2025 and evidence of teaching excellence.

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records