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Syracuse University is hiring: Part-Time Faculty: MND 408/608: Magazine and News

Syracuse University · Syracuse, US, USA ·

Job type:
Part Time

Part-Time Faculty: MND 408/608: Magazine and News Editing (Fall 2026)

Job Title: Part-Time Faculty: MND 408/608: Magazine and News Editing (Fall 2026)

Location: Campus (Syracuse University)

Pay Range

$1,483.20 - $1,596.50 per credit hour

FLSA Status

Exempt

Hours

Fall 2026 Semester: Monday/Wednesday 12:45-2:05 and Monday/Wednesday 2:15-3:35. Office hours required weekly.

Job Type

Part-time

Rank

PTI/Adjunct, Unionized Position Code UA

Job Description

The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University seeks one or more instructors to teach two 3-credit sections of MND 408/608 Magazine and News Editing during Fall 2026.

Course Description: This class covers editorial skills demanded by media organizations, including editing and rewriting copy, identifying audiences, creating cross-platform content, generating ideas, working with writers, story organization, writing display copy, and fact-checking.

Qualifications

  • A strong journalism background with specific experience as an editor is required.
  • Familiarity with multiple media platforms and teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a syllabus.
  • Order books and materials for students prior to the first class.
  • Prepare for classes.
  • Hold office hours weekly to meet with students and colleagues.
  • Grading of student assignments and examinations in a timely manner and submit mid-semester progress reports and final grades per university regulations.

Physical Requirements

  • Instruct the class on scheduled days and times.
  • Hold office hours on campus.
  • Grade all assignments and examinations.

Tools & Equipment

  • Operate standard classroom instructional technology such as computer, projector, document camera, etc.

EEO Statement

Syracuse University is an equal‑opportunity institution. The university prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in university programs, services, and activities.


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