Adjunct, School of Communication

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Florida’s School of Communication seeks an Adjunct faculty member to teach in the upcoming term. This is a non-tenure earning, part-time position with semester-by-semester appointments.

Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses per syllabus, maintaining office hours, and contributing to the department's teaching mission. Appointment begins September 17, 2026, with potential for continuing opportunities depending on need and performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Previous teaching experience.
• Proficiency in communication and in computer software usage.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule.
• Hold scheduled office hours for no less than 1 hour per week. Office hours can be virtual and be scheduled by appointment.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer software

Education

Master's degree in Communication

Job description

Required Qualifications

Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.

Required Qualifications

Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.

General Description/Primary Purpose

The School of Communication is seeking to hire an Adjunct. This is a non-tenure earning position in the School of Communication.

Appointment: Adjunct faculty are hired on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed.

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on September 17, 2026.

Position Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule
• Hold scheduled office hours for no less than 1 hour per week. Office hours can be virtual and be scheduled by appointment.

Working Hours: Part-time

Work Schedule: Varies

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role

About the Department: The School of Communication is dedicated to the creation and dissemination of knowledge about human and mass-mediated communication processes through high-quality teaching, scholarship, and service to the community. Our communication program is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications.

B.S. In Communication, With Concentrations In

advertising, digital video production, multimedia journalism, and public relations.

Our B.A. in Communication Studies focuses on organizational and mediated communication.

Our minors include mass communication, communication studies, political campaigns, and social media. Our faculty combine professional experience with advanced degrees, we offer students community-based learning opportunities, and our professional advisory board helps keep our curriculum current.

For More Information About The School Of Communication, Visit

https://www.unf.edu/coas/communication/

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in Communication or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Previous teaching experience.
• Proficiency in communication and in computer software usage.