Lecturer Pool in Department of Communication (Academic Year 25 / 26)

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Lecturer Pool in Department of Communication (Academic Year 25 / 26)

Apply now Job no : 546076

Work type : Instructional Faculty - Temporary / Lecturer

Location : Humboldt

Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Time Varies, Faculty - Communications / Journalism

Department of Communication Temporary Faculty Pool

The Department of Communication is a robust major of approximately 100 majors at Cal Poly Humboldt with a dedicated faculty and engaged student body. We also teach the core oral-communication course required of all Cal Poly Humboldt Students. We have a single major and two minor options : Communication and Social Advocacy. The Department of Communication houses the Debate and Forensics team and the Communication Club. We are located in the majestic redwoods near the Pacific Ocean in a rural county approximately 300 miles north of San Francisco.

Depending on the successful candidate's background and experience, instructional assignments may include : Speech and Debate, Fundamentals of Speech Communication; Introduction to Human Communication; Critical Listening and Thinking; American Public Discourse; Communication Research; Social Advocacy; Organizational Communication; Communication Theory, Digital Communication, Leadership Communication, Strategic Communication, Environment / Sustainability Communication, Rhetoric of Science, Health Communication, Food Studies, Critical Cultural Communication and Negotiation, Mediation and Crisis Communication. The Communication Department also staffs a full-time Bachelors program in Pelican Bay State Prison - interested faculty who have experience or interest in teaching incarcerated students are encouraged to apply.

Degree : An earned MA in Communication, or related field from an accredited college or university is required at the time of appointment. A Ph.D. or equivalent in Communication or related field is preferred.

Experience : Demonstrated teaching effectiveness is expected. Candidates with experience developing curriculum / courses / programs that inclusively serve a diverse student population and facilitate community growth are especially encouraged to apply.

Position Type : Lecturer

Availability : As needed

First Review Date : Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged.

Salary : Dependent on qualifications and experience.

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges :

Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

The University : Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Advertised : 28 Feb 2025 Pacific Standard Time

Applications close : 22 Feb 2026 Pacific Standard Time

Temporary Faculty pool for Department of Communication. Availability of positions is contingent upon departmental need.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU.

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