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Tenure-track Faculty (Open Rank): Professional Communication

Minot State University -
Minot, ND

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Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Childcare
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Academic research projects
Podcast production projects
University research
Academic institution experience
Social media platforms
Experience working with undergraduate students
Advising undergraduate students
Doctor of Philosophy
Master's degree in communications
University teaching experience
Fundraising
Filmmaking equipment
Communications
Senior level
Communication skills
Master's degree in fine arts
Teaching
Master of Fine Arts
University experience

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Full-time, Tenure-track Faculty (Open Rank): Professional Communication

Job Description:
Job Title: Tenure-track Faculty in Professional Communication
Job ID: 2958479
Location: Minot
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Position Information:
Minot State University invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in Professional Communication to begin Fall Semester 2026. The successful candidate’s rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) will be determined at the time of appointment based on previous experience and professional achievement.

The successful candidate will have expertise and teach in areas including:

Social Media as a mode of communication at introductory and advanced levels.
Digital publishing, including transition to digital formats.
Applied communication experiences for students such as fund-raising, video production, and/or audio podcasting.
Oversight and technical design of audio and video production software, equipment and recording spaces.

Course load is 12 undergraduate credits each semester.

Area of research and scholarly specialization is open. Candidates are expected to maintain an active scholarly and research agenda and demonstrate commitment to service in the program and the university. This position includes advising of majors and minors in Professional Communication and providing guidance on academic choices, internships, and capstone projects.

The Professional Communication program at Minot State is housed in the newly renovated and modernized Hartnett Hall which includes state-of-the-art equipment, a podcast suite, computer lab, campus radio station, student newspaper, and the KMSU television studio.

Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a minimum of a master’s degree in Communication to be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with an earned Ph.D. in Communication or a terminal degree such as an MFA in a related field.

Previous teaching in higher education expected. Priority will be given to applicants with evidence of (1) an active program of research, (2) high quality teaching, (3) a strong foundation in Communication Studies with relevant supporting areas.

Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minot State University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid full family health insurance, TIAA retirement plan, tuition waiver benefits, and more. The university is also home to an on-site daycare and preschool program. Explore MSU Benefits.

Application Documents
Applications must include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references. Please fill out an application through the MSU Human Resources webpage. For more information, contact Neil Roberts, Search Committee Chair, at: [email protected].

Additional Information
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information, or for accommodations contact: [email protected]. If you have questions about the position or Minot State University, please contact:
Neil Roberts Search Committee Chairperson - Professional Communication
[email protected]

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

About Us

Located in north central North Dakota, Minot State University is a place where east meets west. Nestled on the northern edge of the Mouse River Valley, the campus stands at the heart of the "Magic City." The city of Minot - nicknamed the "Magic City" for its phenomenal growth during the early 1900s - is a regional center for commerce, culture, healthcare, agribusiness and industry.

Minot is home to Minot Air Force Base and is a key service provider in the burgeoning Bakken oil play that's made North Dakota's economy one of the strongest in the United States. Minot State University is a public university dedicated to excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement achieved through rigorous academic experiences, active learning environments, commitment to public service, and a vibrant campus life. Our athletic programs participate in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference in the NCAA Division II.

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Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:
Minot State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origins, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities veterans, individual with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran's status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials:
Pursuant to the NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related t the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records relate to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

Veteran's Preference:
Veteran's claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility included a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy ad Campus Crime Statistics Act, Minot State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the University's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, as well at three years' worth of crime statics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND, 58707.

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