Adjunct Instructor - Department of Communication and Journalism, UMKC School of

Overview

The Department of Communication and Journalism is seeking qualified candidates for part-time Adjunct Instructor teaching positions. These positions are non-benefit eligible, non-tenure track, at the rank of Adjunct Instructor. The faculty member will provide instruction in various areas including Public Speaking, Communication Theory, Persuasion, Digital and Social Media Communication, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, and Multimedia Journalism (including broadcast, podcasting, streaming, social media journalism, and drone-based media production). Additional areas of interest include digital content creation and management, crisis management and communication, and emerging communication technologies such as AI, VR, and AR. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible unranked academic position. Appointment period is for the semester with consideration for reappointment. Hours vary depending on opportunity available.

Responsibilities

• Teach in any number of areas in which qualified, including but not limited to Public Speaking, Communication Theory, Persuasion, Digital and Social Media Communication, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, and Multimedia Journalism.
• Provide instruction that may include broadcast, podcasting, streaming, social media journalism, and drone-based media production.
• Contribute to digital content creation and management, crisis management and communication, and exploration of emerging communication technologies such as AI, VR, and AR.

Qualifications

MA in Communication Studies or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Application Materials

Applications must be submitted online at the UMKC careers site. To be considered, complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all materials: letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and references. Limit document name to 50 characters and maximum size 11MB. Do not include special characters.

If you experience technical problems, email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu. For questions about the position, contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu and include the name of the position.

Application Deadline

Application materials are solicited on an ongoing basis to ensure a strong talent pool in the event of a vacancy.

Other Information

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible unranked academic position. Appointment period is for the semester with consideration for reappointment.

For more information about the Department of Communication and Journalism, visit: https://shss.umkc.edu/areas-of-study/communication-and-journalism/index.html#

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.