Adjunct Faculty - COAS - Communications

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A reputable university in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach undergraduate courses in Communication, including journalism and graphic design. This role involves teaching a minimum of one class per academic year, with a maximum of four classes per semester. Candidates should possess at least a bachelor's degree in Communication or a closely related field, along with 10+ years of experience. A master’s degree is preferred, and teaching experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Preferred: a master’s degree in Communication or closely related field.
• Minimum: a bachelor’s degree in Communication or closely related field and 10+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Communication such as journalism, broadcasting, and graphic design.
• Adjuncts may teach a minimum of one class per academic year and up to four classes per semester.

Job description

Indiana Tech, an accredited independent university, offers a wide range of programs including business, engineering, computer sciences, and communication. The university emphasizes practical experiences such as internships and boasts a diverse student body.

Indiana Tech is seeking Adjunct Faculty in the traditional Day Communication program. Adjunct faculty will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Communication, such as journalism, broadcasting, and graphic design.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Teach courses as defined by course and learning objectives established through the college and defined in the teaching letter of agreement. Adjuncts may teach a minimum of one class per academic year and up to four classes per semester.

Qualifications

• Preferred: a master’s degree in Communication or closely related field (e.g., journalism, media studies, public relations, broadcasting, or graphic design).
• Minimum: a bachelor’s degree in Communication or closely related field (e.g., journalism, media studies, graphic design) and 10+ years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to adjust to changing needs and processes while anticipating challenges, identifying problems, and developing solutions.

Experience

• Teaching experience preferred.
• Student-centered teaching approaches.
• Professional experience in the Communication field preferred.

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical classroom environment.

*A resume and cover letter is required in the application process. The position remains open until filled; a review of candidates will commence as application materials are received.