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Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies
Eastern Oregon University
Application
Details
Posted: 15-May-25
Location: La Grande, Oregon
Internal Number: 3245
The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies who has experience teaching a range of courses such as Communication Theory, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communication, Small Group Communication, and Organizational Communication. We seek candidates who demonstrate an affinity for mentoring and teaching students on-campus and online, bringing a dynamic, student-centered approach to a broad range of communication courses. In addition, special consideration will be given to candidates with an ability to teach courses in the program?s Public Relations concentration.
EOU?s Communication and Media Studies program offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills across the various specializations within the discipline, including media studies, media production, human communication, and public relations. This position entails facilitating student exploration of theoretical frameworks while guiding inquiry through critical examination of principles and their application in contemporary contexts. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching and bring experience in both face-to-face and online instruction, with a strong emphasis on high-impact and innovative pedagogies.
EOU is a rural, liberal arts institution focused on high quality instruction. We seek collaborative, creative individuals with a demonstrated commitment to building student agency through high impact pedagogy, making college success possible for at-risk students, and creating inclusive college cultures that represent the values and experiences of all students. Student-centered, project-based learning is highly valued at EOU, and candidates would be invited to bring expertise and ideas for high impact student engagement opportunities to our campus.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, faculty are expected to maintain active engagement with their field of expertise. The ideal candidate will contribute to their professional community through various forms of scholarly activity, which might include research publications, maintaining relevant professional experience, fostering industry partnerships, or pursuing applied scholarship that enhances the communication and media disciplines. We recognize multiple pathways for meaningful contribution and professional development in these areas.
This is a 9-month, full-time, fixed-term position with a contract to start September 16, 2025 and end June 15, 2026. Visiting positions are intended to be temporary to meet special needs of the program. Visiting faculty members are not eligible for tenure, nor does service in this rank normally count toward the tenure probationary period upon promotion to a tenure-track rank. Visiting faculty appointments shall not include any right to permanent or continuous employment, shall not create any manner of legal right, interest, or expectancy of renewal or any other type of appointment, and shall be subject to annual renewal by the University, not to exceed four years? duration.
Set in an historic small town, nestled at the base of the Blue Mountains and surrounded by fertile farmlands and breathtaking mountain wilderness, Eastern Oregon University is a great place to work. Eastern Oregon University is committed to students with roots in the inter-mountain rural East. A small intimate academic community, Eastern Oregon was ranked number two in the nation by Consumers Digest magazine as "Best Value for Public Colleges and Universities". With only two thousand students on campus, small intimate classes, and 350 faculty and staff who are passionate about undergraduate and graduate education and serving our rural region, EOU is a very special place.The University guides student inquiry through integrated, high-quality liberal arts and professional programs, including: 23 bachelor's degrees and partnership programs offering two bachelor's degrees in nursing and five bachelor's degrees in agriculture; more than 40 different minors; multiple pre-professional programs; and three master's degrees in business, teaching and science in education. Moreover, EOU is recognized as a national leader in distance education, offering extended opportunities for over two thousa...nd additional students at 13 centers throughout the state and beyond.Working in an environment where ideas are important, where critical thinking and collaboration are valued, can be exciting, rewarding and challenging. At EOU, you'll work with bright, diverse, and dedicated people, all of whom share a deeply personal commitment to advance and sustain a very special learning environment.