Assistant Lecturer in Communication Studies and Director of Debate

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Position Title	Assistant Lecturer in Communication Studies and Director of Debate
About this Opportunity
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future	Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century: • We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student. • We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors. • We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni. And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values , we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive. Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices. Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives. Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community. Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Appointment Type	Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
Description	Full-time, Non-Tenure Track position (possibility for renewal) as Assistant Lecturer of Communication Studies and Director of Debate available August 15, 2024. Primary instructional responsibilities include the ability to teach an advanced presentational design and delivery course along with classes in the major, which includes four undergraduate concentrations: organizational & professional, relational & interpersonal, advocacy & public, and entertainment & sport communication. As the Director of Debate this individual will engage in planning, budgeting, evaluating, recruiting, coaching, operating and attending tournaments; Service responsibilities include serving on departmental, college, and university committees as needed. Other duties as assigned. Teaching load is 3 classes (9 hours) in both the Fall and Spring semester and a 1 class (3 hour) reassignment for serving as Director of Debate. Potential for Summer teaching. Renewal is not automatic but depends upon excellent performance, budgetary considerations, and the needs of the university.
Minimum Qualifications	Master’s degree in Communication Studies by August 1, 2024; teaching experience on the college level in undergraduate classes and evidence of excellence in teaching; at least two years of experience as a college debate coach. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications	Doctorate in Communication Studies. Experience as an Assistant or Director of Debate. Rank is commensurate with qualifications.
Required Certifications/Licensures	N/A
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised	None
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department	Communication Studies:400050
College/Department Information	The Department of Communication Studies is one of four units in the College of Communication, Information, and Media. The department offers BA, BS, and MA degree programs. Our collegial faculty focus on student support and success. while encouraging professional growth.
Department Email or Phone Number	[email protected]

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202301177F
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/15/2024
Position End Date	05/02/2025
Posting Date	10/16/2023
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)	02/15/2024
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description. In addition, please provide: 1) a one page teaching philosophy, 2) a one page overview of your approach to directing debate, and 3) a one page statement describing how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information	Glen Stamp, Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication Studies LB 351 5-3366 [email protected]