Instructor of Communication Studies

Instructor of Communication Studies

Northern State University

Posting Number: F01942P

DepartmentL NSU-Arts & Sciences

Physical Location of Position (City): Aberdeen

Posting Text:

Position Summary:

The Department of English, Communication, and Global Languages at
Northern State University invites applications for a full-time,
non-tenure-track Instructor of Communication Studies. This
instructor-rank position offers the opportunity to shape the
foundational communication and first-year experience of NSU
students through engaged teaching and active involvement in
departmental and university life. The anticipated start date is
August 2027; a January 2027 start may also be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree (MA) in Communication Studies or a closely

related field, conferred by the position's start date

• Demonstrated university-level teaching experience in introductory

communication courses Responsibilities: The successful candidate
will teach CMST 101: Fundamentals of Communication and FYS 101:
First Year Seminar.

Beyond the classroom, the successful candidate will serve as an
active member of the department and university community by:

• Directing student learning opportunities, including experiential

learning and other applied student experiences

• Advising students on communication-related career pathways
• Building and sustaining connections with community businesses and

organizations to support student learning

• Supporting departmental student recruitment and retention

efforts

• Maintaining a visible, engaged presence within the department and

across campus

Posting Date: 09/01/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date: 10/01/2026

Advertised Salary:

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9936166"">https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/49622

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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