Rhode Island College is hiring: Instructor of Film Studies in Providence

Posting Details

Classification Information

FLSA
Exempt

Rate Per Credit Hour
$1496/credit hours

Position Information

Position Title
Instructor of Film Studies

Department Name
Film Studies Program

Academic or Calendar Year

School Name

Position Overview

Rhode Island College's Film Studies Program is looking to grow its adjunct pool to staff future courses (Spring 2026 and beyond). We seek part-time instructors to teach Introduction to Film, our general education film studies course.

Essential Duties

• Teach 1 section (4 FLH) of FILM 116: Introduction to Film.

Occasional Duties

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Department Chair.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Experience providing instruction on both the stylistic and the cultural dimensions of cinema.

Required Qualifications

• M.A. in either film studies or media studies. Applicants with an M.A. in cultural studies with a focus on film/media analysis will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• College teaching experience, knowledge in overlapping, interdisciplinary topics as they relate to cinema studies courses.

Environmental Conditions

Teaching/instruction is performed in a smart classroom setting.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
A00055

Benefits Eligible?
No

Number of Positions Available
Multiple

Anticipated Start Date or Semester
Spring/Fall Semester 2026

Posting Date
09/29/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions/Information for Applicants