The Department of Communication Studies at Creighton University is seeking a teacher-scholar to serve as a Diversity in Communication Studies postdoctoral fellow to teach undergraduate courses in Communication Studies, as well as core courses for students across our three undergraduate colleges.

We are seeking a teacher-scholar Postdoctoral Fellow (Diversity in Communication Studies) to teach undergraduate courses in Communication Studies, as well as core courses for students across our three undergraduate colleges. This position is a nontenure-track one-year renewable, at the college’s discretion, postdoctoral fellowship to begin in August 2023. The position carries a 2-2 teaching load and limited service obligations. A Ph.D. in Communication Studies (or a closely related field) is preferred, ABD will be considered. The ideal person for this role must demonstrate a command of the appropriate and relevant qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies, indicators of strong research potential, and a commitment to high quality teaching. 

·       A Ph.D. in Communication Studies (or a closely related field) is preferred, advanced ABD will be considered, a critical approach to interpersonal communication with a focus on race, ethnicity, intercultural interactions, and/or health  is strongly preferred

·       Ability to contribute meaningfully to university goals of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

·       Indicators of strong research potential

·       Evidence of a commitment to high quality, college-level teaching

·       Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations 

·       Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others 

Applicants must apply with the following materials attached to the online application AND via email to SamanthaSenda-Cook@creighton.edu . The complete application must include the following: 

1.       Application submitted at https://creighton.referrals.selectminds.com

2.       Cover letter that addresses the applicant’s fit for the position

3.       Curriculum vitae 

4.       Unofficial transcripts

Review of completed applications will begin Wednesday, June 7, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Select candidates will be asked to provide supplemental materials before an interview including:

1.       Statement of teaching philosophy and portfolio

2.       Diversity statement

3.       Three letters of recommendation

For further information about our department, please visit https://www.creighton.edu/arts-sciences/communicationstudies. If you have any questions or issues submitting your application or materials, please don’t hesitate to contact HR@creighton.edu . 

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