CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH College of Liberal Arts
Department of Communication Studies Tenure-Track Position Opening
RECRUITMENT NUMBER: 2397 POSITION: Assistant Professor of
Communication, Rhetorical Theory and Criticism EFFECTIVE DATE: August
21, 2017 (Fall Semester) SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with
qualifications and experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in
Communication at time of application or official notification of
completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2017. Evidence of
potential for excellence in teaching at the college level. Evidence of
potential for an ongoing, successful record of research, scholarly and
creative activities, and publication. Demonstrated commitment to
working successfully with a diverse student population.
DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to teach core courses in
rhetorical theory and criticism; experience teaching writing intensive
classes; a research agenda that employs rhetorical or other
qualitative methodologies, including, but not limited to the
following: critical race theory, cultural or performance studies,
postcolonial perspectives, public address, or conflict / negotiation;
a commitment to engaging students outside of the classroom through the
providing support in any form including mentoring, internship
supervision, program development, career guidance, and/or service
learning. DUTIES: Teach undergraduate and graduate (M.A.) courses;
engage in a systematic program of scholarship resulting in conference
presentations and publication; advise and direct students in academic
projects and scholarly activities; participate in service to the
department, college, university, and community. CSULB seeks to recruit
faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong
commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including
students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first
generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic
backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender
expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as
a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to
maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a
rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and
learning. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: • A Student Success Statement about
your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in
working with a diverse student population (approximately one page,
single-spaced) • Letter of application addressing the minimum and
desired/preferred qualifications • CV (including current email
address) • Three current signed letters of recommendation • Evidence
of teaching effectiveness, including summaries of student evaluations
• Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree •
Finalists will also be required to submit a signed SC-1 form, three
current letters of recommendation (if not already submitted), and an
official transcript A background check (including a criminal records
check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be
offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete
the background check may affect the application status of applicants
or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the
position. All materials, including reference letters, should be
submitted through Academic Jobs Online:
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7647 Requests for information
should be addressed to Ann Johnson, Department Chair, 1250 Bellflower
Blvd, Long Beach CA, 90840, ann.johnson@csulb.edu. APPLICATION
DEADLINE: Review of applications to begin January 6, 2017. Position
opened until filled (or recruitment canceled). CSULB is committed to
creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live,
work, and thrive in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect
for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to
race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender
identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical
condition, age, Vietnam era veteran status, or any other veteran's
status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.