Communication - Visiting Assistant Professor - Generalist
Company:
Hope College
Job Location:
Holland, Michigan
Category:
Media and Communication Studies
Type:
Full-Time
Classification Title
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility
Department: Communication
Job Description
The Department of Communication at Hope College seeks applicants for a one-year visiting assistant professor of instruction beginning Fall 2025. We seek a generalist with demonstrated strength in teaching introductory courses required for the major (e.g., COMM 101, COMM 151), with preference given to candidates who can also teach electives within the curriculum such as interpersonal communication and/or small group communication. This is a non-tenure track hire without promise of renewal, and the teaching load is 4/4. The department seeks a strong teacher and ambassador for the field of communication who can assist to attract new majors and to promote both graduate education and vocational discernment.
Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope's mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.
Is this a visiting faculty position?
Yes
Rank
Assistant
Qualifications
Applicants must possess, at a minimum, a completed master's degree in Communication or a related field (PhD preferred, ABDs welcome to apply) and show promise of strength in teaching in a Christian, undergraduate, liberal arts setting.
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
"All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review."
Posting Number: 2023-101FR
Job Posting Close Date: 04/06/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Is this position available for sponsorship: No
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications received by March 31, 2025 will be given full consideration.
Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:
https://jobs.hope.edu/postings/4238
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility
Department: Communication
Job Description
The Department of Communication at Hope College seeks applicants for a one-year visiting assistant professor of instruction beginning Fall 2025. We seek a generalist with demonstrated strength in teaching introductory courses required for the major (e.g., COMM 101, COMM 151), with preference given to candidates who can also teach electives within the curriculum such as interpersonal communication and/or small group communication. This is a non-tenure track hire without promise of renewal, and the teaching load is 4/4. The department seeks a strong teacher and ambassador for the field of communication who can assist to attract new majors and to promote both graduate education and vocational discernment.
Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope's mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.
Is this a visiting faculty position?
Yes
Rank
Assistant
Qualifications
Applicants must possess, at a minimum, a completed master's degree in Communication or a related field (PhD preferred, ABDs welcome to apply) and show promise of strength in teaching in a Christian, undergraduate, liberal arts setting.
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
"All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review."
Posting Number: 2023-101FR
Job Posting Close Date: 04/06/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Is this position available for sponsorship: No
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications received by March 31, 2025 will be given full consideration.
Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:
- Cover letter of application addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jayson Dibble
- A CV or resume
- Written articulation of teaching philosophy
- Evidence of teaching strength (e.g., teaching evals)
- Unofficial transcripts
- Statement of support for the Christian mission of Hope College: As it may not be addressed elsewhere in the application, applicants should devote particular attention to the Christian aspect of the mission statement and their personal engagement with faith and/or a faith community.
- In addition, please enter the contact information for three references on the application (including current email addresses). Those references will be contacted by Human Resources only if additional information is needed. It is possible an applicant's references will not be contacted.
https://jobs.hope.edu/postings/4238
