The Department of Communication & Languages in the School of Arts & Social Sciences at CBU invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Communication at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will commence July 1, 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter).
One of Canada’s youngest and most ambitious universities, CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. CBU offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, and professional programs and a unique commitment to community, economic development, aboriginal learning, and research into many aspects of environment and culture. Currently home to approximately 9000 students, CBU’s vision of higher education allows students to pursue diverse fields of study in programs with national reputations in final year student satisfaction, faculty-student interaction, and employability.
CBU delivers an authentic multicultural experience to all who become part of its academic community. Surrounded by pristine natural landscape, vibrant culture, and welcoming communities on Canada’s stunning east coast, CBU attracts students from more than 50 countries around the world. Our faculty bring passion to their teaching and research, and we are known for our friendly and inclusive culture. Strong community involvement and a spirit of entrepreneurship enhance CBU’s position in post-secondary education.
The successful candidate will teach in the areas of interpersonal and public communication, specifically, Communication 1103: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication and Communication 1105: Introduction to Public Communication. Alternate or additional course assignments will be based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and teaching background.
Previous teaching experience at the undergraduate level and a willingness to teach in closely related areas of study and/or other faculties are a strong preference for this position.
CBU teaches programs on campus, off campus in locations across and outside of Canada, and on-line. The university and its partners will therefore provide opportunities for faculty members to teach in different modes in different locations as part of their regular workload. While these opportunities may not be available equally for all faculty positions in all programs, a clear willingness to teach in different modes and locations will be noted as part of your application.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential and commitment with regard to teaching, research/creative/scholarly activities and service to Cape Breton University, community and profession.
Applications will include a cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research, and a complete CV including a list of publications. Applications must also include at least three references. Short listed candidates will be required to submit three reference letters. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Candidates are required to have a related PhD in Communication (or, in exceptional cases, an ABD may be considered). Candidates must have expertise in interpersonal communication and special attention will be provided to those with additional expertise in family communication, health communication, gender studies, and/or intercultural communication as well as experiential learning. A strong research agenda is required, and applicants must have a focus in interpersonal communication.
The union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.
Applications must be received by April 12th 2024 at 11:59:59 PM.
Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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