Adjunct-Communications
University of North Florida - Jacksonville, FL
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Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.General Description/Primary Purpose:The School of Communication is seeking to hire an Adjunct. This is a non-tenure earning position in the School of Communication.Appointment: Adjunct faculty are hired on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed.Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin onAugust 12, 2024.Position responsibilities include but not limited to:Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course scheduleHold scheduled office hours for no less than 1 hour per week. Office hours can be virtual and be scheduled by appointment.Working Hours: Part-timeWork Schedule: VariesSupervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory roleAbout the Department: The School of Communication is dedicated to the creation and dissemination of knowledge about human and mass-mediated communication processes through high-quality teaching, scholarship, and service to the community. Our communication program is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. We offer a B.S. in Communication, with concentrations in advertising, digital video production, multimedia journalism, and public relations. Our B.A. in Communication Studies focuses on organizational and mediated communication. Our minors include mass communication, communication studies, political campaigns, and social media. Our faculty combine professional experience with advanced degrees, we offer students community-based learning opportunities, and our professional advisory board helps keep our curriculum current.For more information about the School of Communication visit:Qualifications:Masters degree in Communication or closely related field from an accredited institution. Previous teaching experience. Proficiency communication and in computer software usage.Preferred:Experience teaching Media Theories and Effects courses at an undergraduate level. Experience teaching in a Learning Management System (LMS) platform, particularly the Canvas application.Required Licensure:N/AAdditional Application Materials Required:UNF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted online through the Human Resources website,addition to completing an online application, candidates should be prepared to upload the following required documents:Current curriculum vitaeUnofficial transcriptsNames, phone numbers, and email address of three professional referencesThe selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.Job Posting Close Date:Open until filledNote: Adjunct jobs, posted as open until filled, may close at any time without notice.Special Instructions:Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. If you have any questions about
Created: 2025-12-04