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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati School of Communication, Film, & Media Studies invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position in Organizational Communication. We seek a collaborative colleague whose organizational communication research engages issues of globalization, culture, or coloniality.
Essential Functions
- Teach existing graduate and undergraduate courses in organizational communication (such as Organizational Communication, Organizational Identity, Image, and Issues Management, Leadership Communication, Organizational Diversity). Candidates may also teach a research methods, communication theory, or communication and social justice course.
- Develop courses in candidate’s specialty.
- Conduct and publish research in Organizational Communication that engages issues of globalization, culture, and/or coloniality in organizational contexts.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Engage in service at the departmental, university, and professional levels such as serving on search committees and curriculum committees, and/or reviewing for journals.
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective appointment date, all of the following:
- A Ph.D. in Communication or a related field.
- Evidence of research productivity in organizational communication which engages issues of globalization, culture, or coloniality demonstrated by a dissertation, one publication, or two conference presentations.
- Experience teaching two Communication courses at the college level.
Application Process
Applicants must apply online at http://jobs.uc.edu and include the following:
- Current CV
- Cover letter summarizing interest in and fit for the position
- Statement of research interests
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which should include syllabi and student and/or peer evaluations for at least two courses, and may include assignments
- Names and contact information for at least 3 academic and/or professional references
Review of applications will begin January 5th and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
- Vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
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