Instructor (I/II/III) or Assistant Professor, Journalism

Florida Gulf Coast University; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor (I/II/III) or Assistant Professor, Journalism. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate journalism courses, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in research and service within the college and university.

Responsibilities include course planning, delivering engaging lectures, advising students, using the university's LMS, and participating in committees and accreditation-related activities.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree in journalism or closely related field; recognized credential.
• ABD considered if degree conferred by Aug 7, 2027; appointment at Lecturer level if not yet conferred.
• Master's degree in journalism-related discipline required for Instructor levels; terminal degree preferred for Assistant Professor.
• Five years of full-time professional journalism experience for Instructor I/II/III; rank based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate journalism courses (3/3 for Assistant Professor; 4/4 for Instructor levels).
• Plan, prepare, and deliver courses with syllabi, materials, and assessments.
• Maintain an active research program and engage in service to college/university.

Skills

Journalism teaching

Digital multimedia

Curriculum development

Technology in teaching

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or terminal degree in journalism

ABD considered if degree conferred by Aug 7, 2027

Master's degree in journalism-related discipline

Five years of professional journalism experience

Job description

Instructor (I/II/III) or Assistant Professor, Journalism

Florida Gulf Coast University

Job Summary

As Assistant Professor of Journalism, you will teach at both lowerand upper undergraduate levels, as applicable; be involved incourse and/or curriculum development; conduct research/scholarship;participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives; and perform other duties as assigned.

As an Instructor of Journalism, you will teach at the undergraduatelevel; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; conductresearch/scholarship/professional development; participate onCollege and University committees and/or initiatives.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive universitydedicated to quality education, research, and service. All facultyare expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changingprofessional needs; be committed to innovative delivery ofinstruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed toeffective use of technology including distance learning; producepeer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College,University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the maincampus or at off-campus sites within our region.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment andcollaboration. We value employees who successfully work with othersand drive positive change through critical thinking and decisiveaction. If you thrive in an environment of innovation,accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good homehere.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Assistant Professor, teaches a 3/3 load of undergraduateJournalism courses.
• Instructor I, II, III, teaches a 4/4 load of undergraduateJournalism courses.
• Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, includingdeveloping syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures alignedwith curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
• Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction andengages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuousimprovement.
• Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising andindividual support to students.
• Utilizes the University's learning management system and otherinstructional technologies effectively.
• Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculumdevelopment and program advancement.
• Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards aremet.
• Establishes and maintains an active research program, includingopportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
• Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication andgrantsmanship.
• Engages in continued professional development and maintainsprofessional skills appropriate to rank and field.
• Actively participates in departmental, college, and universitycommittees and meetings.
• Contributes to community, institutional, and professionalservice in support of the University's mission.
• Participates in faculty evaluation, student learningassessment, and required training activities.
• Communicates professionally and in a timely manner withstudents, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, andexcellence in all professional activities.
• Complies with University policies, procedures, and theCollective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

Assistant Professor:

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in a journalism-related discipline,such as Journalism, Mass Communication, English, MultimediaStudies, or Creative Writing or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
• ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7,2027. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at aLecturer level on a fixed contract.

Instructor I/ Instructor II/ Instructor III:

• Master's degree in a journalism-related discipline or closelyrelated field from a regionally accredited institution orequivalent accreditation.
• Five years of relevant full-time professional journalismexperience.
• Determination of Instructor level is commensurate withexperience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated evidence of teaching experience at the college oruniversity level.
• Broadcast experience.
• Interdisciplinary teaching and research perspective withwell-defined research goals.
• Willingness to engage in service opportunities commensuratewith career maturity.
• Candidates applying as Assistant professor, aninterdisciplinary research perspective with well defined researchgoals.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Skilled in broad teaching strength across the Journalismcurriculum.
• Ability to teach in the area of digital, multimediajournalism.
• Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes ofinquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to thediscipline(s).
• Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologiesfor efficiently and effectively achieving specific learninggoals.
• Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding howto help learners develop high level questioning skills.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructionalmodels and strategies.
• Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teachingmodalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronousonline).
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within andoutside the University in the development and delivery ofinstruction, resulting in improved student learning.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectations:

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open tofeedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work;persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achievedeliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnershipsacross departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues toachieve common goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Appointment will be made at a faculty rank commensurate with thecandidate's experience on a 9-month multi-year appointment with ananticipated start date of August 2027.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review andretention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT sendexamples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so.Therefore, all submitted materials, including articles, disks,slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BERETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need tosubmit specific additional materials. Such materials will becomethe property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law,applications will be available for public review uponrequest.

Required Application Materials:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Five (5) Professional References

The position is listed as "open until filled", howeverapplications received by November 15, 2026 will receive priorityconsideration.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an EqualOpportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, orprotected veteran status.