Marian University

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION (Strategic Communication)

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, the School of Global and Cultural Studies at Marian University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication. The ideal candidate will be able to teach courses in Strategic Communication, including Introduction to Health and Strategic Communication, Strategic Writing for Communication, Communication Theory and Methods, and Communication Campaigns.

The candidate’s area of specialization should be Public Relations or Advertising, with preference given to individuals with training, experience, or background in Health Communication. Preference will also be given to candidates with previous experience in public health and/or those with digital media expertise. For this position, we seek a candidate familiar with qualitative, quantitative, and/or network methods of inquiry.

The successful candidate will support Marian University’s Catholic mission and identity by fostering student learning through innovative pedagogy, inclusive practices, and impactful research projects across the curriculum. The School of Global and Cultural Studies at Marian University is a collaborative and growing academic community committed to fostering student engagement, experiential learning, and market-ready graduates trained in the Liberal Arts. Marian University believes recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty is essential for building an inclusive community. We, therefore, welcome and encourage applications across intersections of diverse races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, political perspectives, cultures, and national origins.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching Load: 24 credits per academic year.
• Help organize at least one annual strategic/health communication campaign showcase.
• Maintain an active research and publishing agenda.
• Advise Communication majors and minors.
• Mentor student research, internships, and publications.
• Participate in department, school, and university-wide activities, projects, and recruitment programs.
• Participate in campus and university service life, including faculty governance and co-curricular programs.
• Contribute to a campus culture committed to professionalism, collegiality, and confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Journalism, Communication, Mass Communication, or other related fields with an emphasis on strategic communication. Preference is given to individuals with an interest in Health Communication.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a university level, especially strategic communication and campaign courses.
• Evidence of ability to work with diverse students in an interdisciplinary, collaborative, culturally sustaining, and inclusive academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and collaborate with colleagues throughout the university and the community.
• Potential for ongoing research, publication, and activity in professional associations.
• Prior editorial experience in media, PR/advertising, and/or Public Health.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University.

Founded in 1937 by the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, Indiana, Marian University is the only Catholic university in Indianapolis and central Indiana. In 2019, Marian served more than 2,400 undergraduate and 1,160 graduate students earning degrees in the arts, business, education, engineering, math, medicine, nursing, ministry, and the natural and physical sciences. The university’s high-impact, experiential curriculum is designed to provide hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities for students from 45 states and 23 nations. Marian climbed in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Midwest rankings, being named the #3 Most Innovative Regional University, #5 Best Value University, and #28 Best Regional University. Marian University opened its College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013, making it the first new school of medicine in the state of Indiana in 110 years. Marian’s national champion varsity athletic programs include the 2012 and 2015 NAIA Football National Championship, the 2016 and 2017 NAIA Women’s Basketball Championship, 2019 NAIA Volleyball National Championship, and more than 40 USA Cycling national championships.

Marian University is a Catholic, comprehensive, regional institution of higher education dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. It offers a multitude of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Marian University has experienced significant growth over the last decade and is expanding its academic offerings in many areas. Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, a current CV, a teaching philosophy, a diversity statement, complete course evaluations for at least two recently taught classes, three recommendation letters, and a digital portfolio of their strategic/health work. Candidates may contact Dr. Marilda Oviedo, search committee and department chair, at with any questions.