University of Arizona is hiring: Adjunct Instructor, School of Journalism - Spri

Overview

Adjunct Instructor, School of Journalism - Spring 2026 (Multiple Positions). Posting Number req24299. Department: Journalism. Department Website Link: https://journalism.arizona.edu/. Location: Main Campus, Tucson, AZ USA. Position highlights: The University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Spring 2026. This position will instruct students in the field of Journalism. This is a non-tenure eligible position for Spring 2026. The position is in the School of Journalism in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Instruct undergraduate students in field of expertise.
• Plan class lectures and assignments.
• Grade assigned papers and exams.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Assign grades to students, based upon performance in class assignments and exams.
• Attend meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in related field and at least five years of professional experience as a journalist.
• Experience in undergraduate teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master\'s Degree in related field.
• Previous teaching experience at college or university level.

Details

• Rank: Instructor
• Tenure Information: Adjunct (NTE)
• FLSA: Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week: 8
• Job FTE: 0.2
• Work Calendar: Academic
• Job Category: Faculty
• Benefits Eligible: No Benefits
• Rate of Pay: $6,500
• Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
• Number of Vacancies: 4
• Target Hire Date:
• Expected End Date: 5/24/2026

Contact Information

Jan Lauren Boyles, Ph.D.
Director, School of Journalism
boyles3@arizona.edu

Open Date: 10/29/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant: In addition to your CV and cover letter, please provide a list of references.

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