Assistant Professor – Health Communication (Tenure‑Track)

About the role

The Department of Communication invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor specializing in Health Communication, beginning August 2027. This nine‑month, in‑person faculty position combines teaching, research, and service.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health communication.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed‑methods approaches, aiming for peer‑reviewed publications and external funding.
• Engage in community‑based and applied scholarship addressing health challenges in Arkansas.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities.

Required profile

• Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Communication or a closely related field.
• Active research program in health communication with evidence of community‑engaged scholarship.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in health communication at the university level.

Required skills

• Expertise in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed‑methods research.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams and community stakeholders.

What we offer

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement contributions of 5‑10% of salary.