Adjunct Instructor

Posting Information

Department: School of Journalism and Media - 350100

Final date to receive applications: 12/31/2026

Position Type: Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title: Adjunct Instructor (2026-27)

Appointment Type: Adjunct Faculty

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Vacancy : F003493

Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary

Estimated duration of appointment: One or more semesters

A part-time Adjunct Instructor will teach a class (or a combination of classes) for the Hussman School of Journalism and Media. Our curriculum, programs and content areas determine teaching needs which will vary by semester. Please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./ to see the full course catalogue. Please visit /careers for a listing of current teaching needs.

• Follow a standardized course syllabus and class plan and use pre-developed instructional materials for each course.
• Effectively engage class members in discussions during class sessions, bringing the instructor’s unique background and expertise to the course experience by helping students apply their new knowledge to relevant, real-world problems.
• Provide verbal and written assignment feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
• Post grades in a timely manner and in accordance with university guidelines.
• Support student learning by establishing and communicating regular office hours and responding to student issues and questions related to the course.
• Maintain regular communications with the Associate/Assistant Deans about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.

Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the same or closely related discipline as the course taught. In lieu of an earned terminal degree in an appropriate field as described above, instructors may be qualified by professional experience or by a combination of education and experience.

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively manage group discussions.
• Strong writing skills, with experience providing feedback on written assignments.
• Significant work and/or teaching experience directly related to the course being taught.
• Experience teaching in higher education.

Not Applicable.

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed as teaching opportunities become available, rather than after a fixed deadline. We greatly value our adjunct instructors and strive to accommodate teaching preferences whenever possible. However, please note that course assignments may be subject to change and could be reassigned or canceled up to a few weeks before the start of each semester.

Department Contact Name and

Title:

Livis Freeman, Assistant Dean for Course Management and Staffing

Department Contact Telephone or Email: lfreeman.edu

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information: faculty recruitment

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.