The Communication Studies program, in the Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, invites applications for an in-person term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. This is a part-time (75% appointment) position with a standard teaching load of six courses per academic year, in person and online.
Responsibilities include teaching professional communication, leadership, training and development, organizational communication, and other courses as needed based on the candidate's expertise.
The position is a 9-month appointment with an initial term of three years, beginning August 16, 2026. Renewal for additional three-year terms is contingent upon performance and departmental needs.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Communication Studies or a closely related area by the time of appointment
Record of excellence in teaching Communication Studies courses at the university level
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching professional communication, leadership, training and development, and/or organizational communication
PhD in Communication Studies or a closely related area by the time of appointment
Record of excellence in teaching Communication Studies courses at the university level
Demonstrated commitment to shared governance and collaborative decision making
Department/Program & College Description:
Communication Studies at Iowa State University is housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and offers an undergraduate major and minor. Consistent with the university’s land-grant mission, the program is committed to excellence in undergraduate education and the advancement of the understanding of human communication through teaching, practice, and research. In keeping with the land grant mission of Iowa State University, faculty share their expertise in the classroom, throughout the university, and with the broader community.
Faculty value collegiality and evidence-based teaching practices, and Iowa State supports a collaborative and student-centered teaching environment with strong instructional resources and professional development opportunities.
Iowa State University is located in Ames, Iowa, a vibrant community of over 66,000 residents, approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines. Ames was ranked the #5 Best College Town in America (Best College Reviews, 2022), #15 on the Top 100 Best Places to Live (Livability.com, 2020), and the healthiest city in the State of Iowa (USA Today, 2020). Ames has 38 parks, 55 miles of bike and pedestrian trails, golf courses, lakes, and an aquatics center for outdoor recreation. Additional information about the city of Ames is available at: https://www.cityofames.org/About-Ames
Department Unit/Website:
https://comst.las.iastate.edu/
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
Teaching Statement (1-2 pages) describing the applicant’s teaching experience in communication courses and instructional philosophy
Additional evidence of teaching effectiveness including teaching evaluations
4) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.