Lecturer of Communications Studies
Lecturer of Communications Studies
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$ 50000 - 60000
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Department
Speech CommunicationAbout the University
MSU Denver enrolls over 16000 students where nearly 60 are first generation and over 55 are students of color. Located in downtown Denver we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission MSU Denver is a model university for todays students. The University serves a diverse undergraduate student population in the state as well as the most firstgeneration students. MSU Denver prioritizes teaching and learning affordable flexible and holistic education MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees and career and life success.
About the Department of Communication Studies
The department has 13 fulltime faculty approximately 40 affiliate faculty and approximately 250 declared majors within the Department. The Departments staff consists of one Program Assistant and various academic advisors who are shared with other departments.
Position Summary
The Department of Communication Studies at MSU Denver invites candidates to apply for a fulltime Lecturer of Communication Studies to serve as the coordinator of our oral communication courses (COMM 1010 Presentational Speaking and COMM 1100 Fundamentals of Oral Communication). This position has a contractually reduced teaching load of 24 credit hours per year 4:4 and a 12 monthcontract to support work through the summer. The reduced teaching load and summer work would be dedicated to the administration of COMM 1010 and COMM 1100. This faculty position will begin Fall 2025.
The ideal candidate would be tuned in to best teaching practices in a postpandemic world. This means that the person can design and assess online and in person courses that maximize active engagement with and among students. We welcome candidates who offer a critical approach to public speaking pedagogy which can take a number of forms such as nonwestern epistemologies critiques of colonialism or an interest in SpanishEnglish oral communication.
This person will also serve as a liaison between the Department of Communication Studies and other administrative units pertaining to matters related to the general studies courses. Successful candidates will demonstrate their ability to teach in department courses fulfilling general studies requirements.
Responsibilities
- Teaching 24 credits each year 4:4
- Coordinating the basic functions of the COMM 1010/1100 oral communication courses
- Assisting with various projects related to assessment and maintenance of COMM 1010/1100
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in Communication Studies Communication Speech Communication or closely related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to teach successfully in a wide variety of course delivery modes including online asynchronous hybrid synchronous and HyFlex courses as well as advanced understanding of Canvas LMS and familiarity with online public speaking platforms (GoReact etc.
- Experience working with and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse urban student population including (but not limited to) students of color LBGTQ students students from lowincome backgrounds firstgeneration students students with disabilities nontraditional students student veterans and English language learners
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to our Department and the University.
Salary for Announcement
The salary range for this position is $50000 $60000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity education experience specialty and training.
MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical dental retirement tuition benefit free RTD pass and more. For a brief overview of these options please visit our Benefits section.
Instructions to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denvers career site and search for JR103788.
To help us evaluate your potential as a faculty member at MSU Denver please submit the following required materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- A list of three references and their contact information
Due to volume of applications received incomplete applications may not be reviewed; please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application.
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Deadline
Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received through Thursday May 15 2025 at 11:59 PM MST.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Tanya RogowskyPosting Representative Email
Benefits
The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a longterm disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique accessoriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58 first generation students and over 50 students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
Employment Type
Full-Time
