Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar - School of Information Science

Job Title
Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar - School of Information Science

Requisition Number
DU15126

Department Name
8M300:Center for Instructional Communication

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$50,000 / year

Type of Position
Temporary

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

Ph.D. in Communication or a related area.

Required Related Experience

NA

Required License/Registration/Certification

NA

Physical Requirements

Present in a classroom; regular use of computer

Shift

Per course schedule

Job Summary

The School of Information Science (SIS) in the College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar in Communication with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2027.

Qualifications/Responsibilities: Duties include teaching up to eight courses in the academic year and working with a faculty mentor on a special project during the summer months. Courses will 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 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.
The twelve-month contract begins January 1, 2027, and ends December 31, 2027; the contract may be renewed for one additional year. A Ph.D. in Communication or a related area, earned within the past two years, is required by the time the appointment begins. Teaching experience, especially in writing-intensive courses, is preferred.

Application: To apply, please complete this application and include the following attachments: A letter of application (attach as cover letter), a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching excellence (attach as specific request 1), and contact information for three references (attach as specific request 2). Please note that references will not be contacted without prior consent. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Assistant Director of the School, Dr. Will Buntin, will.buntin@uky.edu.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Teaching experience, especially in writing-intensive courses, is preferred.

Deadline to Apply
11/30/2026

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