Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

SUMMARY

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year. Faculty may teach in a dual credit setting as well.

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two (2) courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on‑campus, off‑campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs. Courses may be standard university courses or dual credit courses.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in‑class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Sports Media, Strategic Communication, or other related fields is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses.
• Experience: At least 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of best industry practices in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Journalism, Digital Media and/or related fields. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.
• Licensing/Professional
  
  Certifications:
  
  n/a
• Physical Requirements: must be available to teach in person at our Commerce or Dallas campuses
• Other Requirements: n/a

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

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All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.