How to hire an associate professor of communication

How to hire an associate professor of communication, step by step

Here's a step-by-step associate professor of communication hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an associate professor of communication job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new associate professor of communication
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an associate professor of communication, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   An associate professor of communication's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, associate professors of communication from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents associate professor of communication salaries for various positions.

   Type of Associate Professor Of Communication	Description	Hourly rate
   Associate Professor Of Communication	Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.	$20-49
   Professor	A professor is a teaching professional who provides instructions to students on various academic and vocational subjects in colleges, universities, and vocational schools. Professors design curriculums for courses and ensure that they meet college and department students... Show more	$42-134

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Community Health
   • Graduate Courses
   • Research Methods
   • Curriculum Development
   • Graphic Design
   • Social Work
   • Psychiatry
   • Program Development
   • Course Development
   • Web Design
   • Advisory Committee
   • Communication Teaching
   • Ethics

   Responsibilities:

   • Used blackboard online to manage students tests, grade papers and assign materials.
   • Develop microprocessor, computer architecture and embed lecture/lab courses that cover 6800/68332/Hc11, Intel and PIC microprocessors and microcontrollers.
   • Develop and implement an adult educational program for GED preparation.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your associate professor of communication job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An associate professor of communication salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, associate professors of communication' average salary in louisiana is 41% less than in new hampshire.
   • Seniority. Entry-level associate professors of communication earn 59% less than senior-level associate professors of communication.
   • Certifications. An associate professor of communication with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an associate professor of communication's salary.

   Average associate professor of communication salary

   $66,208yearly

   $31.83 hourly rate

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   Entry-level associate professor of communication salary

   $42,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

   Average associate professor of communication salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Connecticut	$98,075	$47
   2	Massachusetts	$94,163	$45
   3	Illinois	$91,270	$44
   4	New Jersey	$85,422	$41
   5	Michigan	$81,286	$39
   6	West Virginia	$79,782	$38
   7	Colorado	$74,792	$36
   8	Minnesota	$73,387	$35
   9	Utah	$72,181	$35
   10	North Carolina	$69,296	$33
   11	Virginia	$68,321	$33
   12	Arizona	$68,070	$33
   13	Florida	$62,793	$30
   14	Texas	$61,414	$30

   Average associate professor of communication salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	The University of Texas at San Antonio	$88,452	$42.52	122
   2	University of Kentucky	$86,970	$41.81	389
   3	Florida Institute of Technology	$84,007	$40.39	28
   4	Boston University	$81,224	$39.05	23
   5	Fairfield City Schools	$78,699	$37.84
   6	West Virginia University	$77,757	$37.38	62
   7	Denison University	$72,358	$34.79	5
   8	Minnesota State Colleges and Universities	$71,112	$34.19
   9	Independence Community College	$69,643	$33.48	2
   10	Colorado Christian University	$68,933	$33.14	5
   11	Robert Morris University	$67,567	$32.48
   12	The Texas A&M University System	$67,086	$32.25	5
   13	Liberty University	$65,610	$31.54	11
   14	Hope College	$62,738	$30.16	6

4. Writing an associate professor of communication job description

   An associate professor of communication job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an associate professor of communication job description:

   Associate professor of communication job description example

   External Applicant Instructions
   Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields - you will need to verify that the data is accurate.In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
   
   College of Liberal Arts
   School of Communication, Media & Journalism
   Media & Film - to teach undergraduate courses in Digital Video Production, Audio Production, Television Production, Cinema Studies and Media Studies as well as special topics and advanced courses in this field. Additional teaching assignments will include other courses based on school need and candidate expertise. Other responsibilities will include research, service, and advising.
   
   Qualifications: Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related field is required. Recent graduates and ABD candidates will be considered with degree completion by September 1, 2023. Candidates must have experience with production and multi-media platforms. Postsecondary teaching experience and a demonstrated scholarly capacity is preferred.
   Positions are ten-month, full-time, tenure-track assignments at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor effective for the Fall 2023 semester, unless otherwise indicated. Teaching assignments and related responsibilities may include day, evening, weekend and online courses. Evening hours are required for teaching graduate course assignments. Courses may be taught at the Union campus, Kean Ocean, Kean Skylands or other locations.
   
   All tenure-track faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and an on-going program of research and publication or creative and performance activity. Participation in curriculum development, student advisement and service at the departmental/school, college, university and community level is also required. Interest or experience in using advanced instructional technologies to improve the teaching/learning process is highly desirable. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent with University guidelines.
   
   Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts are required before appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included.
   
   Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
   
   Additional Information
   
   As a condition of employment, external candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for medical or religious reasons, you may submit a request for an exemption. All employees are expected to follow the University's current health and safety protocols for COVID-19 and any procedures/protocols created through additional correspondence.
   
   Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.
   
   In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.
   
   Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement
   
   Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.
   
   EEO/AA Statement
   
   Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

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5. Post your job

   To find the right associate professor of communication for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with associate professors of communication they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit associate professors of communication who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting associate professors of communication requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new associate professor of communication

   Once you've decided on a perfect associate professor of communication candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new associate professor of communication. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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