The University of Mary Hardin Baylor’s College of Humanities and Sciences seeks qualified faculty for its Department of Communication and Media Studies, beginning in late July of 2027, with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
The Communication and Media Studies Department in the College of Humanities and Sciences currently offers undergraduate degree programs in Speech Communication, Mass Communication – Journalism, and Mass Communication – Public Relations. The department is in the process of rebranding to the Department of Strategic Communication with majors in Leadership Communication, Multimedia Journalism, and Public Relations.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (7 miles), Waco (42 miles), Austin (60 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.
Faculty Responsibilities: Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching, curriculum development, curriculum, and program evaluation, student recruitment and advising, professional attainment, and service to the department, college, university, and the community.
Specific Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in Communication (especially Public Speaking) as well as upper-level courses in the current Speech Communication and proposed Leadership Communication majors (e.g. Rhetoric, Persuasion, Advanced Public Speaking, Argumentation and Debate, Leadership Communication, Emerging Media, etc.).
Full-time faculty members typically teach 12-14 hours per semester with three course preparations. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing input and insight for assessment and ongoing curricular revision to meet the changing demands of the current and changing trends in communication, emerging media, and professional development. This includes supporting and developing intersections and cross-listings with other programs in other divisions within and outside of the School of Humanities.
Qualifications:
- Must be an active, committed Christian who will support the University’s mission and actively participate in their local church.
- Terminal degree in Strategic Communication (outside of Journalism or Public Relations) or a related field is required. ABD will be considered. Tenure-track status requires terminal degree in hand.
- Experience integrating artificial intelligence into communication practices and teaching, as well as experience in social media communication is preferred.
- A strong record of scholarship and research in the field is preferred.
- Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment, and commitment to quality improvement are essential.
- Must agree to the University’s Employee Statement of Understanding
Salaries and Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match, and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.
To Apply: Visit www.umhb.edu/careers for more details and to apply. Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application.
Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
For information regarding employment at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, please visit our Careers Site.
