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10/25/2024
Speech and Debate Assistant Professor
Central Michigan University, School of Communication, Journalism, and Media
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School/Organization |
Central Michigan University, School of Communication, Journalism, and Media |
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Position |
Speech and Debate Assistant Professor |
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Job description |
The School of Communication, Journalism, and Media seeks an Assistant Professor of Speech and Debate, starting in August, 2025. The position duties include: Conducting research and teaching undergraduate and possibly graduate courses in communication. Teach courses that may include, but are not limited to: Introduction to Debate, Political Communication, Communication & Social Influence, Persuasion & Social Influence, Seminar in Rhetorical Criticism, or other courses commensurate with experience. In addition, this position will serve as the Director of Speech and Debate. These responsibilities include: · Overseeing an active speech and debate program for success at the state, regional, and national levels; · Coaching students in debate and/or individual events; · Mentoring graduate assistant coaches; · Publicizing the success of the program; · Recruiting student participants; · Coaching novice students interested in participating in debate and/or individual events. Required Qualifications: · Ph.D. in Communication (must be completed no later than August, 2025). · Previous college teaching experience in communication courses. · Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to communication courses related to rhetoric, debate, leadership, persuasion, politics, and other related areas. · Active research agenda related to communication. · Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations Preferred Qualifications: · 3-5 years’ experience teaching in higher education. · Previous experience as Director of Speech and Debate or equivalent. You must submit an online application: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/41627 Preference will be given to applicants who apply by December 16. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. A link will be sent to references to submit letters of reference. CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex‐based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight (see https://www.cmich.edu/offices-departments/OCRIE). |
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Expdate |
December 2024 |
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Contact person |
Heather Polinsky |
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Address |
333 Moore Hall |
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City |
Mt. Pleasant |
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State |
MI |
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Postal code |
48859 |
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Phone |
989-774-3177 |
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