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Coastal Carolina U: Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication (USA)

Visiting Assistant Professor in Communication, Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC, USA. Deadline: open until filled; posted 3 February 2025.

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Communication, or related fields, to begin in August 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to two years. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates with a clear plan for degree completion prior to May 31, 2026, may be considered. The teaching load is three courses per academic semester and may include face-to-face, hybrid, or distance learning deliveries. They are seeking excellent teacher-scholars who have the ability to teach the department’s foundation courses, including communication theory and communication research. Faculty will also teach courses in their area of expertise. Preference will be given to those whose area of expertise is in Film Studies, Film Production, Social Media, or Intercultural Communication. Faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, mentor students, and provide service to the Department, College, and University when appropriate. Visiting faculty are encouraged to maintain an active research agenda.

Coastal Carolina U: Coordinator of Education Abroad Programs (USA)

Coordinator of Education Abroad Programs, Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC, USA. Deadline: open until filled; posted 2 December 2024.

Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following full-time position: Coordinator of Education Abroad Programs in the Center for Global Engagement. Coastal Carolina University is seeking an engaging, global-minded and culturally aware individual to work as a part of the education abroad team in their Center for Global Engagement (CGE). As education abroad is a vital part of Coastal Carolina University’s new strategic plan, the Coordinator of Education Abroad Programs will play an important role in the expansion and growth of education abroad. This position oversees their comprehensive advising services utilizing an empowered advising approach. This valued colleague will also have responsibility with innovative faculty/staff travel with students’ program and assist with submission of all of Coastal’s study/intern abroad applications. In this role, this colleague will have the creativity to design signature events to generate greater awareness of education abroad at Coastal Carolina, and this colleague will also assist in managing and supporting vital administrative policies to ensure a successful study abroad experience from beginning to end.

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Assistant Professor of Intercultural/International Communication
Coastal Carolina University

The Department of Communication, Languages and Cultures at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor for Intercultural/International Communication.

A Ph.D. in Communication, Anthropology, or Language with teaching experience and coursework in intercultural/international is required. Preference will be given to applicants who are qualified to teach (have 18 credit hours) in one of the Department’s areas of language instruction: German, French or Italian. A record that indicates the potential for scholarly productivity and success, and demonstrated interest in institutional service is required. Candidates should ideally possess instructional/research interests and competencies in key areas that could include cross-cultural communication, acculturation, language and culture, semiotics or sociolinguistics. Additional languages and/or cultural proficiencies may be considered. The successful candidate will work with members of the Department to strategically develop courses in intercultural/international communication. Teaching assignments may include evening/weekend courses. The appointment will be effective either January 9, 2015 or August 16, 2015 depending on availability of the candidate.

The Department of Communication, Languages and Cultures is one of Coastal Carolina University’s newest departments serving approximately 600 majors. The Department offers programs and courses in Communication Studies, Health Communication, Interactive Journalism and Media, Public Relations/Integrated Communication, Spanish, French, Italian, and German. Our faculty is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and the integration of ideas, technologies, and developments within the discipline. The department provides students with the skills and knowledge to compete in an increasingly global workforce, to facilitate understanding of effective communication practices in varied contexts, and to foster cultural awareness and appreciation of diverse communities within the US and abroad.

Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-size, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the nation. The University has an enrollment of 9,000 students and will have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.

Candidates should submit a letter of application (outlining interest in the position, qualifications, and approach to teaching and learning), a current CV, a list of three references, and transcripts of all graduate work (copies are acceptable at this time) electronically. Coastal Carolina University is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. CCU is an EO/AA employer. Screening of candidates will begin immediately. Applications should be received by October 15, 2014.

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