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26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Advertising/Public Relations Job at

Fresno State Library, Fresno, CA, United States


Job Title: Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer (Job No: 556723)

Location: Fresno, California

Department: Media, Communications and Journalism

Position Summary
Temporary faculty will teach undergraduate courses in advertising, public relations, and related media disciplines. Possible courses include:

MCJ 40: Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations (in-person)

MCJ 106: Publication Design

MCJ 143: Media Sales

MCJ 144: Writing to Influence

MCJ 146: Media Planning

MCJ 155: Non‑Profit Public Relations

MCJ 158: Advanced Writing to Influence

MCJ 180: Water and Strategic Media

Other courses as needed to meet student goals

Instructor Responsibilities
Prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures, office hours, homework, quizzes, class projects, and exams. All courses must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the assigned mode (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid). Instructors must adhere to university and system‑wide policies as directed by Academic Policy Manual 306.

Conditional Appointment
Appointment is contingent on budget, enrollment, and collective bargaining agreement provisions. All appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

Compensation
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the CSU salary range for Academic Year Lecturers (Class Code 2358). A Master’s degree holder earns $5,507–$6,677 per month (full‑time, 15 WTUs). Salary will be adjusted based on weekly teaching units assigned.

Anticipated Semester(s)
Positions are available on a rolling basis following the academic calendar. Available semesters:

Fall 2026: August 19 – December 22, 2026

Spring 2027: January 15 – May 26, 2027

Required Qualifications

PhD or MA in media, communication, journalism, or a related field with an emphasis in advertising and/or public relations from an accredited institution.

Experience

Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, evidenced by prior teaching experience and evaluations.

Successful undergraduate teaching experience.

Application Procedures
Complete the online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu . Submit a cover letter, CV, professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

Contact
Professor Aaron Schuelke, Chair – E‑mail: aaronsc@mail.fresnostate.edu

EEO Statement
California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected status including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, and veteran status. All applicants will undergo a background check. All faculty will perform work in California as required by CSU policy.

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