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04/03/2025
Teaching Assistant Professor for Basic Communication Course (Non-Tenure Track)
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse Department of Communication Studies is seeking an experienced and motivated Teaching Assistant Professor for our basic communication course, Communicating Effectively (CST 110). CST 110 is a general education course that focuses on public speaking, interpersonal communication, and small group communication. A person in this position will teach four sections per semester of Communicating Effectively (CST 110), as well as engage in department, college, and/or university service. Possibilities for teaching other courses in the department will depend on department need and candidate expertise.
In addition to preparing for and holding face-to-face classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, workload may involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching communication concepts to undergraduate students and a willingness to participate in our collegial and supportive department environment.
The position is for the 2025-2026 academic year and follows University annual review and renewal procedures.
Required Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree in Communication Studies or closely related area.
• At least two semesters as instructor of record of communication-related classes.
Instructions:
Applicants should provide:
• a cover letter that describes evidence of teaching success in communication-related courses (specifically courses that focus on public speaking, interpersonal communication, and/or small group communication;
• a curriculum vitae;
• the names and contact information of three references who can attest to teaching strengths; and
• a copy of unofficial graduate transcripts;
• Optional: copy of unofficial undergraduate transcripts.
Applicants who continue in the hiring process may be asked to provide teaching philosophy statements, colleague and/or student evaluations of teaching.
Please submit materials by May 2nd, to ensure full consideration. Review of applicants will begin on May 2nd. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Search Chairs: Dr. Brandon Anderson and Dr. Linda Dickmeyer.
Posting Link: https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18733
Description of College/Department:
The academic community within the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities and the School of Visual and Performing Arts supports a strong general education program, nurtures exceptional disciplinary programs, and creates innovative interdisciplinary and international programs, which together promote lifelong personal and professional learning for every individual who comes through their programs.
As a department, we are committed to the creation of a supportive community for all our members. We seek colleagues who share our passion for student-centered teaching styles and who will provide strong mentorship for students as they learn and grow as undergraduate students. The ideal candidate will share our passion for the Communication discipline and inspire students to the same passion. The Communication Studies Department at UWL has 16 faculty members and 8 instructional academic staff (Assistant Teaching Professors, Associate Teaching Professors, and Teaching Professors). The department is one of the largest departments in the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, supporting 600 students as majors and minors. Communicating Effectively (CST 110) is one of two general education classes at the university that all students are required to take.
Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region
For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger’s 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of “America’s Best Colleges” for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW–La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.
Posting Link: https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18733
