Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech AF8980

Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech AF8980 494400 Stillwater

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Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Dr. Amanda Baraldi, baraldi@okstate.edu Work Schedule TBD Appointment Length 9 months Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by June 5, 2026, to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and contact information from a minimum of three professional references. About this Position Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech The Department of Psychology and Speech at Oklahoma State University seeks applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor of Speech with a start date of August 2026. This is a temporary, non-tenure-track, 9 month position. This position will teach 4 courses each semester. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach in-person courses on the Stillwater, OK campus; however, applicants able to teach online courses remotely will also be considered.

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The successful candidates will teach four courses per semester in Speech Communication, with primary instructional needs in

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Introduction to Speech Communication. This may include teaching

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through Cowboy Concurrent Online courses (CCO), which are online dual-credit courses that provide high school students across Oklahoma with access to college coursework while still in high school. Depending on departmental needs and the candidates' qualifications, the position may also include opportunities to teach upper-division courses such as

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Intercultural Communication. The position is focused primarily on high-quality undergraduate instruction and supporting a large-service teaching mission that serves students across Oklahoma State University. The successful candidates will be expected to contribute to departmental instructional needs, maintain regular office hours, participate in routine departmental activities related to teaching, and work collaboratively with faculty and staff to support student success. About the Department of Psychology and Speech The Oklahoma State University Department of Psychology and Speech is committed to research, teaching, and outreach. In addition to undergraduate programs in Psychology and Graduate programs in Clinical and Experimental Psychology, the Department currently houses 5 full-time faculty devoted to teaching Speech classes that serve university-wide needs. Speech Communication courses play an important role in the university curriculum, including general education and major requirements for numerous degree programs across multiple colleges. About Oklahoma State University With a 130-year history, Oklahoma State University is one of the nation's most comprehensive land-grant university systems. The OSU System has over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, and campuses in Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Okmulgee. Exceptional strengths in the sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences as well as institutional strengths in engineering, agriculture, and business are distinguishing features of the University. Stillwater is a growing community consistently winning awards for best places to live, most recently in Money Magazine. It is about a 1-hour drive from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The addition of commercial air travel, wide availability of gigabit internet, and the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts enhance Stillwater's vibrant culture. The cost of housing is roughly 80% of the national average. To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and contact information from a minimum of three professional references. For full consideration, please submit application materials by June 5, 2026. Applications will continue to be reviewed until position is filled. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Speech Communication, Communication Studies, or a closely related field by the start date (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) Evidence of successful teaching at the college or university level, or strong promise of effective teaching Skills, Proficiencies, and/or

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Ability to teach introductory public speaking and related communication courses Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues Preferred Qualifications PhD in Speech Communication, Communication Studies, or a closely related field Experience working with high school students is particularly desirable Skills, Proficiencies, and/or

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Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses effectively All positions are subject to the availability of funding, and any offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To request an accommodation, please email eeo@okstate.edu or call 405-744-5449. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.