Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) · 3 months ago
Chair, Communication Studies, Tenure-Track Faculty
Murfreesboro, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveMiddle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Chair of the Communication Studies Department. The successful candidate will lead the department, emphasizing excellence in teaching, distinguished scholarship, and collaborative leadership while managing operations and fostering growth in various communication concentrations.
Higher Education
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the Communication Studies Department
Emphasize collaborative leadership and manage quotidian operations
Focus on long-range plans to foster growth and sustain quality programs
Prioritize excellence in teaching and have a distinguished scholarship record
Demonstrate leadership abilities and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Provide advocacy for multi-faceted student and faculty concerns
Qualification
Required
A terminal degree in communication studies or a closely related field is required by the appointment date
The successful candidate will lead a department that offers a B.A. and B.S. in Communication
The successful candidate will prioritize excellence in teaching
The successful candidate will have a distinguished scholarship record
The successful candidate will be committed to success for all students
The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership abilities
The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
The successful candidate will provide advocacy for multi-faceted student and faculty concerns
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research or creative activities, and a statement of leadership philosophy as separate attachments at the time of online application
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment
This position requires a criminal background check
Preferred
Applicants with prior administrative experience, including management of budgets, assessment for learning improvement, and an interest in recruitment and fundraising, may receive special consideration
Benefits
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
Company
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
With an enrollment of more than 20,000 students, Middle Tennessee State University is the No. 1 choice for our state's transfer students, the No.
Founded in 1911
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Yvette Clark
Vice President Information Technology & Chief Information Officer
Brad Tammen
Director Of Strategic Partnerships and Corporate Engagements
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