Description

Job Description

The Department of Marketing, Industrial Distribution, and Economics in the Collat School of Business at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) invites applications for an open rank (tenure-track or non-tenure-track) faculty position to lead our Business Communications program, starting Fall 2026. We seek an innovative and collaborative individual to shape the strategic direction of the Business Communications curriculum and prepare students to become effective communicators in a business environment increasingly shaped by digital and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree and/or Ph.D. in Communications, Public Relations, English, Management, Marketing, or closely related field.

• At least three years of professional experience in organizational (corporate or non-profit) communications or a related business field.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching Business Communications at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or executive education levels.

• Evidence of leadership potential or experience in program development, curricular oversight, or faculty coordination in an academic setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
F2661P

Open Date
06/17/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix .

Special Instructions to Applicants

Pre-employment Background Check

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)

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