Frostburg State University HIRING FOR Communication Studies Adjuncts AT United States Full Time

Posting Number 201900802

Position Title Communication Studies Adjuncts

Department Communication

Tenure Track No

Initial Term of Appointment

Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with experience.

Position Type Faculty

FTE 1

Short Description

Frostburg State University, Department of Communication, seeks applications for part-time adjunct instructors to teach courses in Communication Studies for all semesters.

The recently updated Communication Studies (CMST) curriculum offers tracks in Strategic Communication Leadership and Strategic Social Media. The CMST major and minor are offered by the Department of Communication, which also includes a Mass Communication major and minor, Social Media minor, Leadership Studies minor, and Strategic Communication certificate. The Department offers a Communication Leadership Lab that gives colleagues and students opportunities to collaborate on campus and community engagement and communication campaigns, as well as state-of-the-art media production facilities in the Gira Center for Communications and Information Technology. For specific questions, contact Dr. Elesha L. Ruminski at [email protected].

The Department of Communication is housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS). In the college, we believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our students’ educational experience. We seek colleagues who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to promoting diversity and have respect for our diverse student population.

About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 5,000 students enroll yearly.

About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered to be a four-season outdoor mecca of recreational experiences offering activities such as; hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!

To Apply:
Please visit http://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/2052. Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) a brief statement on your teaching philosophy; 4) a brief statement outlining your commitment to inclusion and diversity; 5) contact information for three professional references; and 6) unofficial transcripts of your graduate work. Please note: the contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion statement should describe your past experience, activities, and future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion, in alignment with FSU’s mission to reflect the diversity of our campus and to meet the educational needs and interests of our diverse population. Some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities. If that is the case, we recommend focusing on future plans in your statement.

Visit http://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/2052 to apply.

This position is open until filled.

Frostburg State University (FSU) has made the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and our surrounding community a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that student, faculty, and staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or new employee at FSU, you will be required to comply with FSU’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required at the time of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement. Employees in the collective bargaining unit are required to follow the agreed upon protocol.

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit

and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for

qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance.

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Description of Ongoing/New Duties

Teach 1-2 communication courses per semester. Primary teaching assignments may include introductory and upper-level courses to support departmental needs, which might include Introduction to Strategic Communication Leadership; Introduction to Public Communication; Foundations of Strategic Messaging; Collaboration and Team Communication; Communication and Relationships; Argumentation and Advocacy; Digital Identity and Community; Intercultural Communication; Rights and Responsibilities of Communication; and Public Relations Principles and Strategies. Faculty members at FSU are expected to actively participate in the University’s student-learning assessment program. The successful candidate will demonstrate professional commitment to the communication discipline, active participation in departmental meetings, and commitment to development of innovative teaching strategies, including ability to teach hybrid, remote, and fully asynchronous courses.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university in Communication or closely related field. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

Earned Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related field.

EEO Statement

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU

Quicklink https://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/2052

Open Date 05/17/2022

Close Date 06/15/2023