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How much do communication professor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for communication professor in California is $64,766.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,200.00 and $71,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a communication professor?

Communication Professors are educators who teach courses related to communication studies, including subjects like public speaking, media studies, interpersonal communication, and organizational communication. They may work at colleges, universities, or community colleges, and their responsibilities often include lecturing, researching, publishing academic papers, and mentoring students. Communication Professors help students develop strong communication skills and understand the theories and practices behind effective messaging. They also stay current in their field by attending conferences and contributing to academic discourse.

What are some common challenges communication professors face when teaching diverse student groups?

Communication Professors often encounter the challenge of addressing a wide range of student backgrounds, learning styles, and perspectives in their classrooms. Effectively engaging all students requires adapting teaching methods, incorporating inclusive materials, and fostering open discussions that respect differing viewpoints. Building a supportive classroom environment and continuously updating course content to reflect current communication trends can help overcome these challenges and enhance student learning outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communication professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communication Professor, you need advanced knowledge in communication theory, research methods, and public speaking, usually supported by a Ph.D. or relevant graduate degree. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard and experience with digital presentation tools are typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, clarity in teaching, and the ability to inspire and engage diverse students are standout soft skills. These competencies are essential for delivering effective instruction, mentoring students, and contributing to academic scholarship.

What is the difference between Communication Professor vs Communication Lecturer?

AspectCommunication ProfessorCommunication Lecturer
Required CredentialsDoctorate degree (Ph.D. or equivalent)Bachelor's or Master's degree, sometimes a Ph.D.
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsUniversities, colleges, or technical institutes
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research-focusedEducational institutions, often more teaching-focused
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic roles, research, teaching at university levelTeaching roles, undergraduate instruction, part-time or full-time

While both Communication Professors and Communication Lecturers teach communication theories and skills at higher education institutions, Communication Professors typically hold doctoral degrees and focus on research and advanced teaching. Communication Lecturers often have bachelor's or master's degrees and primarily focus on delivering undergraduate courses. The roles differ mainly in qualifications and research expectations, but both are essential in academic communication education.

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Infographic showing various Communication Professor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,766 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer of Sport Communication and Media

Miamioh

Laws, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sport communication and applied media

  • advise students and provide professional service to the department, college, and institution

  • contribute to departmental, college, and institutional activities related to sport communication and media

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer of Sport Communication and Media

Department

Sport Leadership and Management Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2025-10-01

Job Description Summary

Miami University (Oxford, OH) is announcing a search for an Assistant Lecturer/Teaching Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses beginning Fall Semester 2026. Responsibilities include teaching sport communication and applied media courses; advising students; and providing professional service to the department, college, and institution.

Job Description

Miami University (Oxford, OH) is announcing a search for an Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer to teach undergraduate and graduate courses beginning Fall Semester, 2026. Responsibilities include teaching sport communication and applied media courses; advising students; and providing professional service to the department, college, and institution.

Assistant Teaching Professor/Assistant Lecturer positions are non-tenure track positions, but are renewable and have opportunities for promotion that include long-term contracts.

Sport Leadership and Management (SLAM) is a growing department serving 800+ undergraduate students (majors and minors) and 60+ graduate students. The mission of SLAM is to prepare students to succeed in leadership positions in the sport industry by providing them with knowledge and skills to critically analyze and innovatively engage in the business and culture of sport. The SLAM has three undergraduate majors designed to prepare students for specific career opportunities in Sport Management, Sport Coaching, Sport Communication and Media. SLAM students often double major or minor in management, marketing, or entrepreneurship in the Farmer School of Business, a nationally ranked top-25 undergraduate business program.

The mission of theCollege of Education, Health, and Societyat Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the college provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices. Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The College of Education, Health, and Society seeks out opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the six departments in our division (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Science and Social Work, Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health, Sport Leadership & Management and Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry). It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind ofintegrated human experiencethat is essential to excellence in research and teaching.

Minimum Qualifications:

A doctoral degree in Sport Media, Sport Communication, Communication Studies, Media Studies, Sport Management, or closely-related field required by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Teaching Professor.

A master's degree plus five years of teaching experience in Sport Media, Sport Communication, Communication Studies, Media Studies, Sport Management, or closely-related field required by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Lecturer.

Consideration may be given to candidates with: 1) evidence of high-quality instruction; 2) experience teaching sport communication and media courses at the college level, 3) communication and media industry experience; 4) experience with technology and equipment used in the sport communication and media field, and 5) experience with video and audio production.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and research statement.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

For inquiries about posting, contact Dr. Brody Ruihley at brody.ruihley@miamioh.edu.
Screening of applications will begin October 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.


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