Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Journalism and Public Communications

Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Journalism and Public Communications

University of Alaska | Posted Feb 19, 2026 | Full‑time | Anchorage | Negotiable | Entry (0-2 yrs)

The UAA Department of Journalism and Public Communications has an immediate need for an adjunct instructor to deliver a course in Web Design asynchronously online. Web Design is an upper‑division course in the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Public Communications and a course within the Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Graphic Design. Interested candidates in other disciplines such as photojournalism or news/documentary video courses are welcome to apply as needs vary from semester to semester.

The Department is seeking applicants who are interested in teaching credit courses as Adjunct Faculty. Dedicated faculty, challenging curricula, and multifaceted students are the aspects of our department that empower and prepare students for professional careers and graduate studies. Our mission is to help students explore the roles of free expression and communication in a global society.

Qualified applicants will be placed into a hiring pool from which instructors will be hired as needed. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment, nor does having worked one semester guarantee that a position will be available the following semester; hiring decisions are made on a semester‑by‑semester basis according to the needs of that semester’s schedule.

Successful candidates will design, prepare, and deliver the Web Design course asynchronously online, incorporating feedback from full‑time faculty, students, and College of Arts and Sciences administrators. Candidates will communicate current best practices in the field.

• Relevant career experience in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Master’s degree in journalism, communications or related field.
• Official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position.
• Experience teaching college‑level courses in Journalism and Public Communications or closely related field is preferred.
• Exception may be made for individuals whose experience and accomplishments compensate for the lack of the required education; exceptions are reviewed and approved by the College of Arts and Sciences Dean.

This part‑time, adjunct represented temporary position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, AK. New hires will be placed on the adjunct salary schedule as outlined in the UNAD CBA, based on education and experience. This position is pooled; applications are reviewed as needed. Submission does not guarantee review or a job offer.

• Cover Letter
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three professional references (names, phone numbers and/or e‑mail addresses)

• Unofficial transcript
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• 5 digital samples of your work
• To be eligible, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction; applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship are not eligible.

This is an at‑will, union‑represented adjunct position and may be canceled based on the needs of the university. The position is represented by United Academic – Adjuncts, AAUP‑AFT/AFL‑CIO.

The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

For questions regarding this position, contact Anita Franciosi at amfranciosi.