Lecturer, Instructional Communication
CHEManager International
Date: 18 hours ago
City: Lexington, KY
Contract type: Full time

- Job Title:*Lecturer, Instructional Communication
- Requisition Number:*FE04652
- Department Name:*8M300:Center for Instructional Communication
- Work Location:*Lexington, KY
- Type of Position:*Faculty
- Position Time Status :*Full-Time
- Tenure Track Status:*Non-Tenure Track
- Required Education:*A terminal degree or a master's degree in Communication or related areas and relevant professional experience are required.
- Required Related Experience:*NA
- Required License/Registration/Certification:*NA
The School of Information Science in the College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Instructional Communication with an anticipated start date of either January 1, 2026, or August 15, 2026 depending on the candidate's availability.
- Qualifications & Responsibilities:*Duties include teaching four courses per semester. Courses taught may include required courses for undergraduates in composition and communication (CIS 110 Composition and Communication I, CIS 111 Composition and Communication II, CIS 112 Accelerated Composition and Communication) as well as business communication (CIS 300 Strategic and Business and Professional Communication). Each course has a course coordinator who develops the base course syllabus and Canvas shell for use by all instructors. Additionally, ICR has a Program Coordinator who helps support all faculty.
- About the School:*The University of Kentucky's School of Information Science, an interdisciplinary community of scholars and professionals, brings together communication, information, instruction, and technology. Students learn to leverage knowledge and skills to engage thoughtfully across a range of perspectives and societal contexts. We model and foster ethical and human-centered approaches to problem-solving, innovative research, information access and synthesis, and responsible leadership.
- About the College:*The College of Communication and Information comprises two schools (School of Information Science and School of Journalism and Media), two departments (Department of Communication and Department of Integrated Strategic Communication), and interdisciplinary master's and PhD programs. Nearly 100 full-time faculty lead more than 2,300 undergraduate majors and 400 graduate students while also teaching in the university's core curriculum and serving students pursuing minors and certificates in the college. The college also houses University of Kentucky's independent student newspaper, The Kentucky Kernel, and the championship winning Intercollegiate Debate program.
- About the University:*Located in the vibrant city of Lexington, the University of Kentucky is a public, land-grant institution committed to advancing economic development, academic excellence, and human well-being. The campus is home to 35,000 students, more than 2,500 faculty members, and nearly 14,000 staff members. The university is one of just eight in the country with a major academic health center and a full spectrum of academic colleges and professional schools on one contiguous campus. As such, the University of Kentucky is an incubator for interdisciplinary research. These collaborations allow researchers to address the rapidly changing needs of a global society.
*About Lexington:*Featured on the U.S. News & World Report's list of best places to live in 2022, the City of Lexington is a great place to not only live but also work and study. With a population of roughly 320,000, Lexington offers both the warmth and lower cost of living of a small city and the amenities you would enjoy in a larger city, including the arts, cultural events, and a thriving dining scene. [https://www.visitlex.com/](https://www.visitlex.com/)*
Application materials should include: (1) a letter of application that briefly summarizes background, qualifications, evidence of teaching excellence, and interest in the position; (2) a curriculum vita; and contact information for three references when prompted in the application.
Application review will begin November 3, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Joe Martin at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).
- Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :*No
- Preferred Education/Experience:*College-level teaching experience is preferred.
- Open Until Filled:*Yes
- Our University Community:*We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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