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Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (1 position to be filled)
Sam Houston State University
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Posted: 20-Feb-26
Location: Huntsville, Texas
Internal Number: 46233
Requisition: 202600015F
Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:
Commensurate with education and experience.
Department: Dept of Communication Studies
General Requirements:
Competitive candidates will have a record of conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications that strongly indicate future success in scholarly research. The candidate will be expected to advance Sam Houston State University's research mission by pursuing research funding and collaborative partnerships.
Candidates should have evidence of excellent teaching, the ability to teach courses that will contribute to our undergraduate and graduate curriculum, and a record of service. The ideal candidate will show evidence of a strong research agenda and a commitment to excellent teaching and mentoring.
Candidates should have evidence of excellent teaching, the ability to teach courses that will contribute to our undergraduate and graduate curriculum, and a record of service. The ideal candidate will show evidence of a strong research agenda and a commitment to excellent teaching and mentoring.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
The Department of Communication Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2026. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and contributing to core offerings in the major.
We seek an empirically grounded communication scholar whose research and teaching complement departmental strengths. Preferred areas of interest include, but are not limited to, interpersonal, organizational, instructional, applied, and family communication. Scholars employing quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods are encouraged to apply.
Teaching versatility is expected at the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates should be ready to teach graduate courses such as communication theory, research methods, advanced interpersonal communication, strategic organizational communication, instructional communication, pedagogy of public speaking, advanced family communication, or intercultural communication.
The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, including graduate instruction.
Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:
Our department offers both a BA and BS in Communication Studies and an online MA in Communication Studies with a strong interpersonal communication focus. The department prepares students for a variety of fields, including teaching at all levels, human resources, research analysis, nonprofit outreach, public relations, governmental relations, and law. The department also offers an innovative communication research lab that supports a variety of faculty research programs.
Sam Houston State University is the twelfth largest university in Texas, with over 21,000 students, and is currently ranked #6 in the Niche's index of the 2026 Best Online Colleges for Communications in Texas. Our main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, an area characterized by a relatively low cost of living, great natural beauty, and access to nearby cities such as Houston, The Woodlands, Dallas, and Austin.
Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their qualifications for the position, transcripts, curriculum vita, research statement, teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching excellence. Applications must also include three letters of recommendation.
Prospective Faculty can learn more about SHSU here.
All materials should be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Lisa Dahlgren.
For full consideration, please submit a complete application packet by 11:59pm, March 15, 2026.
Please note: References provided in the references section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
The candidate should have a Ph.D. (in hand prior to start date, 9/1/2026) in Communication Studies.
Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
Experience teaching at the college level, particularly in online modalities, is preferred. Online teaching experience is highly desirable given that the master's program is fully online.
About Sam Houston State University
About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges th...e university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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