Assistant Teaching Professor - Technical Communication - AY2026-2027 (172643)

Description

The School of Applied Professional Studies in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Technical Communication with a primary specialization in Social Media Management. This position will primarily support the Technical Communication (Social Media Management) undergraduate degree, and teach courses in additional concentrations and degrees. The successful applicant will help shape the future of a rapidly growing, cutting-edge degree program that gives students highly desired social media skills as part of their technical communication education. Expectations for this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in multiple scales and modalities; practicing inclusive teaching and mentoring; and providing service to the unit, college, and university. Teaching load is typically four (4) courses per semester. Course load and composition are determined by the school director. This is an academic-year appointment with an expected start date of August 2026.  

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-eligible position with promotion possibilities, and are renewable on an academic year basis contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the needs of the university. Salary is competitive, commensurate with experience. Candidates must reside in the Phoenix metro area or be willing to relocate.

The Technical Communication (Social Media Management) degree is a rapidly growing degree that serves more than 100 students learning to become social media professionals. This degree is a concentration of the technical communication degree, allowing students to specialize their technical communication studies in the area of social media. This applied program delivers highly desired industry skills in real world contexts; the curriculum integrates business skills, image and video content production, organizational communication and crisis and reputation management. To learn more about the program, please visit https://asuonline.asu.edu/online-degree-programs/undergraduate/technical-communication-social-media-management/. To learn more about the Technical Communication program, please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/technical-communication.

ASU's School of Applied Professional Studies (APS) offers premier immersion and online programs tailored to learners seeking to complete their bachelor's degrees, transition from associate degrees, attain master's degrees, or acquire specialized field certificates, all while enhancing their professional trajectories or venturing into new career paths.

Guided by ASU's distinguished faculty, who have earned recognition both nationally and internationally, and in collaboration with industry and educational allies, our comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate offerings, as well as certificate and non-degree workforce development initiatives, present avenues for personal development, career mobility, and innovative avenues for the advancement of knowledge.

To learn more about the School of Applied Professional Studies, please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/school-of-applied-professional-studies.

ASU's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) seeks student-centered faculty who engage students in practical, interdisciplinary learning and demonstrate a commitment to community-engaged scholarship and service. Faculty in CISA are innovators in teaching and learning, preparing students to lead with purpose and make meaningful contributions in a dynamic world.

CISA is a leader in applied and career-connected learning, with continuous innovation in teaching, curriculum development, veteran initiatives and AI integration. CISA has more than 9,000 students at all levels and 361 faculty members with 84 programs across three campuses and online. We understand there are many paths to achieving a university education. We build degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant, providing opportunities for students to discover their passion, develop lifelong transferable skills and enjoy employment success. CISA is committed to ASU’s Charter of inclusive excellence, access and impact, where all faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

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