Visiting Instructor Visiting Assistant Professor AF8977
Job Location:
Stillwater, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Dr. Jared Johnson
Work Schedule
TBD
Appointment Length
9 months or less
Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by June 30 2026 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply please submit a letter of application curriculum vitae teaching philosophy and contact information from a minimum of three professional references.
About this Position
Responsibilities:
The person in this position will teach four courses per semester during the nine-month academic year. Courses to be taught will principally be writing courses but could include AP Style writing reporting or editing courses Media in a Diverse Society and/or Media and Information Literacy. Other courses could be assigned according to the applicants area of expertise if those fit within one of the schools disciplines. If applicant has necessary skills digital essentials courses could also be taught. The person in this position will also have service responsibilities to include committee work within the school or college.
This position would have a workload of 24 university-defined credits over 9 months.
The School of Media & Strategic Communications at Oklahoma State University is nationally recognized for producing outstanding practitioners in all mass communication areas and has been continuously accredited by the ACEJMC since 1948. It is one of the largest programs in the College of Arts & Sciences the largest college at OSU. The school is home to a vibrant student newspaper and daily newscast. Faculty membersrepresenta wide variety of research interests and provide a nurturing and collegial environment for new faculty.
AboutOklahomaStateUniversity
Exceptional strengths in the sciences social sciences and arts and humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences as well as institutional strengths in engineering agriculture and business are distinguishing features of the University.
Stillwater is a growing community consistently winning awards for best places to live most recently in Money Magazine. It is about a 1-hour drive from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The addition of commercial air travel wide availability of gigabit internet and the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts enhance Stillwaters vibrant culture. The cost of housing is roughly 80% of the national average.
To apply please submit a letter of application curriculum vitae teaching philosophy and contact information from a minimum of three professional references. For full consideration please submit application materials by June 30 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in communication or related field and prior experience in teaching as instructor of record.
(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues.
- Strong command of AP style writing.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD or terminal degree in communication or related field.
Professional experience in one of the schools disciplines (sports media journalism or strategic communication).
Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
Video audio social media and/or graphic design skills.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university that prepares students for success. OSU is America’s Brightest Orange. Through leadership and service, OSU is preparing students for a bright future and building a brighter world for all. As Oklahoma’s only university with a ... View more
