Lecturer​/SR Lecturer

Classification

Title:

SR LECTURER

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

* A bachelor's degree or higher in public relations, communications or a related field is required.

* At the lecturer level, applicants must have at least 5 years of professional communications experience.

* At the senior lecturer level, applicants must have at least 10 years of professional communications experience, including leadership experience

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Bring Your Academic Talent to a Winning Team!

Join the faculty of a Forbes' top 5 U.S. public university at an exciting time of growth and opportunity. The Department of Public Relations at the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications invites applications for a nine- or twelve-month appointment at the lecturer or senior lecturer level. The position will begin either July (for twelve-month) or August (for nine-month) 2026.

In the Department of Public Relations, faculty, students, staff, alumni, and professionals work together to continually improve our program. As a result, our graduates go on to be future leaders, change makers, scholars, writers, and critical thinkers who make us proud. Our talented and engaged students from a variety of backgrounds need you to bring your skills, experience, and wisdom to our classrooms.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in public relations. The faculty member may teach and supervise graduate students. Candidates will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, engage in governance and other service activities, and demonstrate interest in contributing to online education, community, and the internationalization of the college and university. Candidates are typically expected to teach three courses or the equivalent per semester (and one in the summer if on twelve-month appointment) in addition to performing service duties.

About the University of Florida

UF is a member of the Association of American Universities. In , UF faculty generated 1.3 billion in research expenditures. The University of Florida offers a competitive salary commensurate with similar positions and includes a full benefits package. To view the university's Total Reward benefit package, please : (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

About UF's College of Journalism and Communications

The College of Journalism and Communications is recognized as a national leader in communication scholarship and professional skills development. Be part of an ambitious, progressive, and collaborative program at one of the top public research universities in the United States.

Accredited by ACEJMC, the college has earned its reputation for excellence over the last half century on the strength of its programs, faculty, students, and alumni; the stories they tell; and the difference they make around the world. Our 84 full-time faculty members supported by 92 staff members and about 182 part-time instructors serve in four academic departments:
Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations and Media Production, Management and Technology. We enroll about 2,500 undergraduates both in-person and online. More than 800 graduate students are earning master's and doctoral degrees.

The Department of Public Relations is one of the top programs in the country, with 10 tenure-track faculty members, one endowed chair in public interest communications, and six professional faculty, for a total of 17 faculty members. It currently serves over 640 undergraduate majors, more than 130 master's students, and 10 Ph.D. students. The Department consistently is ranked among the top three public relations programs in the United States and enjoys an excellent international reputation.

Visit the Department of Public Relations for more information about the department

The City of Gainesville

City of Gainesville, home to Florida's largest and oldest university, which makes it one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. The city is in a central location to both coasts, providing easy access within a day's drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with experience and education

Required Qualifications:

* A bachelor's degree or higher in public relations, communications or a related field is required.

* At the lecturer level, applicants must have at least 5 years of professional communications experience.

* At the senior lecturer level, applicants must have at least 10 years of professional communications experience, including leadership experience

Preferred:

* Master's degree in public relations, communications or related field.

* A senior executive with at least 15 years of professional communications experience.

* Evidence of effective guiding and coaching students in a classroom environment.

* Experience in areas relevant to the department including sports communication, corporate communication, or public interest…