Adjunct Instructor, Communication

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, Communication

Position

Reports To:

Department Chair

Anticipated

Start Date:

January 13, 2026

• Instructor $1,477.28 per credit
• Assistant Professor $1,526.25 per credit
• Associate Professor $1,575.65 per credit
• Professor $1,625.04 per credit

Location: Riverdale, NY

Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 4,000 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.

The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future.

Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career-ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom. We encourage students to study abroad in our signature two-week faculty-led programs, conduct research projects with distinguished faculty members, pursue internships, and leverage all of the unique cultural experiences New York City has to offer.

Approximately 85% of our graduates either find employment or enroll in a graduate program related to their field of study within a year of graduation.

The Department of Communication, Sound, and Media Arts at Manhattan University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Communication for the Spring 2026 semester. The instructor will be responsible for teaching one in-person section of News Production in Social Media in our Digital Graphics Lab, which is equipped with an equal number of iMac workstations. The course is scheduled to meet on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 9:15 pm.

This is an in person on campus non - remote position.

• Teach an in-person section of News Production in Social Media to a maximum of 16 students in the Digital Graphics Lab.
• Facilitate a Community-Engaged Learning course where Advertising, Journalism, and Media Production students collaborate to create short-form video news content for social media distribution.
• Guide students in utilizing digital analytics to enhance engagement and reach.
• Implement AI-informed tools to support content reporting, visualization, and analysis.
• Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage student participation and engagement in the course material.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other relevant information.

• The successful candidate must possess an MA or MS in Communication, Journalism, or a closely related field.

To be considered, please submit an application, C.V. specifying your professional experience, academic training and any teaching experience and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history.

Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.