Abstract
This article examines the faculty hiring process in higher education as a critical determinant of institutional vitality and disciplinary growth. Framing hiring as the most consequential administrative act within a university, the discussion evaluates the process from three perspectives: institutional, departmental, and candidate. Institutionally, hiring is shaped by affirmative action mandates, budget constraints, and enrollment pressures that encourage recruitment at lower ranks and limit diversity progress. From the departmental viewpoint, the essay outlines a systematic needs assessment approach encompassing curricular balance, faculty complement, and research-teaching alignment. It offers evaluative criteria addressing candidate qualifications, potential for growth, and professional fit. The candidate’s perspective highlights first impressions, procedural transparency, and considerations of compensation, collegiality, and departmental culture. Together, these perspectives underscore the necessity of deliberate, equitable, and communicative hiring practices to sustain academic excellence and institutional reputation.
Recommended Citation
Miller, N. Edd
(1987)
"Perspectives on Hiring New Faculty,"
Association for Communication Administration Bulletin: Vol. 59, Article 17.
Available at:
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/aca/vol59/iss1/17
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