Posted September 27, 2025
Assistant Professor, 9 month Salaried
Job ID: 61197
Department: School of Communication / College of Communication & Information
Location: Tallahassee, FL
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Responsibilities:
The School of Communication at Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position specializing in science communication. We seek candidates who approach this topic from a wide variety of methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and/or critical scholars.
FSU’s School of Communication has a long-standing reputation for providing cutting-edge research, teaching excellence, and public outreach that influence and lead the field of communication and related industries. The successful candidate will have a strong record of scholarship in science communication, demonstrated through high-quality publications.
Successful candidates will be asked to teach two courses per semester.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research focused on applied and/or theoretical issues in science communication.
- Seek extramural funding to support a successful research agenda.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Communication, with opportunities to develop new courses in areas of expertise.
- Engage in service to the School, University, and academic community.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Communication, Information Science, and/or related field is required. ABD candidates will be considered if their degree will be conferred by August 2026.
Considerations:
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
How to Apply:
If qualified and interested in a specific vacancy as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include work history and all education details (if applicable).
Include a cover letter addressing the applicant’s research program and teaching experience, curriculum vitae (with education details), and a list of three references. Three letters of recommendation will be required at the second stage of the interview process.
The deadline to apply is October 15th.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.