Adjunct Faculty - Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies

Overview

Adjunct Faculty - Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies. This is a general posting to create a pool of applicants for adjunct faculty openings throughout the  academic year. If an opening arises and your application is of interest, you will be contacted with specific information.

The Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies (MFJS) offers undergraduate degrees in film studies and production, journalism studies, media studies, and strategic communication (public relations). At the graduate level, MFJS offers a Master of Arts in media and public communication (strategic communication or media and globalization emphasis) and a Master of Arts in international and intercultural communication.

The Department invites applications for adjunct faculty for the  academic year. This posting serves for multiple openings across the department. Applicants should clearly specify the course(s) they desire to teach and their qualifications for teaching the specific course(s). Undergraduate courses taught by the department can be found in the departmental catalog, and graduate courses taught can be found there as well.

The University operates on a quarter system (10 weeks of classes and a finals week). Courses are typically 4-credit hours and will be taught on campus/in person in the Fall, Winter, and/or Spring Quarters of the  academic year. Adjunct faculty are required to hold office hours, assign and grade coursework as appropriate, assist students, and teach during course sessions as outlined by the course schedule.

Course requirements are determined by the chair/director of the department.

• Background and expertise in media, film, journalism and/or strategic communications/public relations
• Ability to teach in person face-to-face coursework in media, film, journalism, and/or strategic communication
• Ability to teach introductory level courses in the Common Curriculum

• Master's degree, PhD, or appropriate teaching credentials or 5-10 years of professional experience based on the level of the course being taught as outlined by university and college teaching credential policies
• Ability to teach in person/face-to-face undergraduate and/or graduate class(es)

• Experience teaching college-level courses or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated record of successful teaching at the collegiate level

Faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. Administrative offices follow the university schedule, with calendars posted on the registrar’s website. The law school has a different academic calendar.

• Standard office environment
• Noise level is quiet to moderate

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs

Applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled throughout the academic year.

Candidates must apply online through the designated university jobs site to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

The  academic year adjunct rate is $5,160 per four-credit course. The university may adjust the compensation range based on qualifications, budget, and market conditions.

The university offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and sustainability programs. Learn more about the university.

• Letter of Interest describing teaching interests and other qualifications
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