Adjunct Film Studies Instructor

Weber State University; Ogden, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor for Film Studies to teach one or two lower-division courses per semester as needed.

This is a pooled position; applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. Open Date 10/01/2026 and Close Date 12/31/2026.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in Film Studies or related field; a doctorate or MFA is preferred for certain courses.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Film Studies or related field preferred for theory & writing courses.
• Bachelor’s degree or related field preferred for production courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two lower division Film Studies courses per semester as needed.

Education

Master’s degree in Film Studies or related field

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number A00147P

Job Summary/Basic Function

Part-time adjunct instructor of Film Studies. To teach one or two lower division courses per semester as needed.

**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Film Studies or related field preferred for theory & writing courses and/or bachelor’s degree or related field preferred for production courses.

Preferred Qualifications

A doctorate or MFA in film studies or a related field is preferred.

Background Check? Yes

Open Date

Open Date 10/01/2026

Close Date

Close Date 12/31/2026

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have close visual acuity to inspect small defects, small parts at distances close to the eye.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. , The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
  • Resume
• Optional Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Media File
  • Portfolio
  • Other Document 1