Adjunct Instructor, Communication Job at Manhattan College in Riverdale Park

Career Opportunities with Manhattan University

Department: Communication, Sound and Media Arts [1806]

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, Communication

Position Reports To: Department Chair

Anticipated Start Date: January 13, 2026

Salary Range Based on Experience:

• Assistant Professor $1,526.25 per credit

Position Summary

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 and will take place 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

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

Application Process

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.