Roger Williams University is hiring: Adjunct Faculty, Public Relations in Bristo

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study, including Rhode Island's only law school. The campuses are located in Bristol and Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends liberal arts and professional studies, providing students with interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary for success in a globalized world.

RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship, ensuring students graduate with critical thinking skills and practical abilities demanded by employers.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and respect all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU aims to create a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. For more information, visit https://www.rwu.edu/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion.

We welcome applications from educators interested in supporting their own and their students' well-being within a collegial environment, including candidates from diverse practices, cultures, environments, and skills.

Responsibilities include:

1. Teaching undergraduate courses in Public Relations Techniques and/or Event Management & Planning.
2. Extending learning beyond the classroom through experiential educational opportunities with community partners.
3. Contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in pedagogy and community engagement.

The Public Relations Techniques course introduces students to skills used by public relations professionals, including writing for public relations, media relations, special events, and crisis management. Students gain hands-on experience preparing news releases, media kits, advertisements, collateral materials, reports, speeches, scripts, and PSAs.

Event Management & Planning is an experiential course where students practice planning and managing special events, considering the various factors involved and the expectations of participants.

Requirements:

We seek candidates with demonstrated pedagogical expertise in undergraduate education. A terminal degree and at least two years of college-level teaching experience in Public Relations are required. A PhD or ABD is preferred. Candidates with a Master's degree and substantial professional accomplishment are encouraged to apply.

Availability for late afternoon and evening teaching is preferred but not required.

The university values candidates who, through their work and life experiences, service, teaching, or professional practice, can contribute to our diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

At the University's discretion, equivalent education and experience may be accepted if they prepare the candidate for success in the role.

Additional Information:

RWU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other protected categories. For our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits discrimination based on sex in its education programs and activities, in accordance with Title IX. Sexual harassment complaints should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809, Phone: (401) 254-3123, Email: jstanley@rwu.edu. Details on the complaint process are available in the Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures.

Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Your cover letter should detail how your qualifications meet the position's requirements and how you can contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

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