Adjunct Instructor-Mass Communication

NC Central University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

North Carolina Central University, located in Durham, NC, seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Mass Communication for the Spring term. The role entails teaching assigned courses, designing syllabi, and managing grading with office hours and student feedback.

NCCU emphasizes growth, community impact, and a strong educational mission. The department focuses on preparing students for media careers through engaged learning, student media involvement, and rigorous assessment, fostering ethical and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mass communications or related field.
• Experience with teaching and course design in higher education.
• Ability to evaluate instructional outcomes and provide feedback.

Responsibilities

• Hold office hours and manage course logistics.
• Create and update assignments and grading policies.
• Develop and publish course syllabus.
• Learn and utilize the University's Canvas CMS.
• Submit midterm and final grades by deadlines.
• Communicate course issues to the department chair.
• Engage in teaching-related professional development.
• Participate in peer-teaching reviews annually.
• Contribute to department assessment activities.
• Coordinate with SRI surveys each semester.

Skills

Curriculum design

Teaching methods

Instructional outcomes

Media production

Learning strategies

Professional development

Written and oral communication

Office hours management

Education

Master's degree in mass communication

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Position Information

Working Title: Adjunct Instructor-Mass Communication

Position Number: FA9976

Appointment Type: By semester: Spring

FTE: 1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

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Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Department of Mass Communication is to prepare students for careers and study in mass communication. The department offers engaged learning, student media and research experiences and connections to professional practice opportunities. The department values the comprehensive preparation of graduates with a strong foundation in the ethical, practical, and theoretical aspects of the field that foster an appreciation for the varied perspectives and backgrounds that enrich our global society.

Primary Purpose of Position

The adjunct instructor will be responsible for teaching courses in the department as assigned. The responsibilities of instructors include teaching, evaluation, and other instruction-related duties and responsibilities that help the department achieve its mission and meet the goals of the University, including the following:

• Holding office hours
• Setting up assignments
• Setting up grading policies and procedures
• Creating the course syllabus
• Learning the University's Canvas course management system
• Reporting midterm and final grades by specified deadlines
• Communicating problems in your courses to the department chair
• Engaging in teaching-focused professional development
• Receiving annual peer-teaching reviews
• Contributing to department assessment efforts
• Having students complete Student Ratings of Instruction (SRI) surveys each semester

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design in mass communication or related fields as appropriate to the assigned course(s).
• Knowledge of appropriate strategies for teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of appropriate strategies for the measurement of instructional outcomes.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
• An understanding of appropriate learning strategies as well as problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to engage in teaching-related professional development activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain office hours as required.

Minimum Education/Experience

Master's degree in mass communication or communication is required. A master's degree in a closely related academic field may be considered if the degree provides a foundation for an extensive record of professional achievement and significant professional experience in mass communication, speech communication, and/or digital and new media, as appropriate to the assigned course(s).

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: F000327

Open Date: 10/29/2026

Close Date: 11/30/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Date Position Available: 10/20/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.