Adjunct Instructor of Media Studies

North Central College; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

North Central College invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach one or two sections of our introduction to media course for the spring semester of 2027. The course surveys development, structure, economics, and regulation of major media with emphasis on digital communication and its societal impact.

Classes meet in-person at the Naperville campus. The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Media Studies, Communication, or Journalism (or closely related field); teaching

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Media Studies, Communication, Journalism, or closely related field.
• Candidates with college-level teaching experience in media courses preferred.
• Experience teaching INTRO to media courses is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two sections of COMM 185/Global Media in a Digital Age for Spring 2027.
• Deliver in-person instruction at the Naperville, IL campus.
• Manage course content, assessments, and student engagement during the term January 11–May 5, 2027.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Media Studies, Communication or Journalism

Job description

Supervisor Title Chair of Communication and Media Studies

Status

Status Per Course Part-time Faculty

Tenure Track No

Salary Range

Salary Range $3840 - $4000

Position Summary

Adjunct Media Studies Faculty, Spring 2027 The Department of Communication and Media Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach one or two sections of our introduction to media course for the spring semester of 2027.

COMM 185/Global Media in a Digital Age is a survey of the development, structure, economics and regulation of major media with a special emphasis on digital communication. The sociological and cultural impact of media on society and civic life is a central theme of the course. This introductory course is required for all Communication and Media Studies majors and is also a popular general education course for students across the College.

We are seeking qualified instructors for the following sections for the spring semester:

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00AM-9:05AM
• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:20AM-10:25AM

All instruction will take place in-person at our Naperville, IL campus. Spring semester runs from January 11 to May 5, 2027.

The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in Media Studies, Communication, Journalism or a closely related field with relevant coursework. Candidates with successful college-level teaching experience of media courses are preferred.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu .

North Central College is an EEO Employer.

For further information, contact Amy Buxbaum Chair, Communication and Media Studies at [e-mail].

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

The budgeted salary range for this position is $3840 - $4000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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