Instructor of Information and Communication Sciences

Ball State University; Indiana, Muncie (PA, IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a part-time instructor for its Information and Communication Sciences program. This role involves teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, fostering a collaborative learning environment, and contributing to the community's educational goals. The university is committed to providing a premier educational experience and values innovative, inclusive teaching. Join a dynamic team dedicated to student success and community engagement while enhancing your professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Master's or terminal degree required by appointment date.
• Seven years of relevant professional experience for graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Information and Communication Sciences.
• Engage in interdisciplinary inquiry and innovative teaching practices.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Interdisciplinary Inquiry

Education

Master's Degree

Terminal Degree

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer-and the only recognized education institution-in the State of Indiana.
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The Center for Information and Communication Sciences has part-time adjunct instructor positions available beginning Summer 2025.

Ball State Faculty Opportunities

IN Indiana

Master or terminal degree from an accredited institution by date of appointment.

To teach graduate ICS courses, seven years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience. To teach undergraduate CT courses, five years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience.

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Position Title	Instructor of Information and Communication Sciences
About this Opportunity
About Ball State University	Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University's ambitious goals for our second century: * We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student. * We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors. * We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni. And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive. Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices. Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives. Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community. Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Appointment Type	Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment	PT Semester
Description	The Center for Information and Communication Sciences has part-time adjunct instructor positions available. Primary responsibility will be teaching a section of a course in our graduate ICS program, undergraduate CIT program, or undergraduate Applied Cybersecurity program. Please note that applications will remain active for 1 year. Therefore, if you apply for this position, you may not hear from the department until there is a need to hire an instructor.
Minimum Qualifications
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
EEO Statement
Department	Ctr Info & Communication Sciences:400020
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number	765-285-1889

Posting Detail Information

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Posting Number	202501444F
Number of Vacancies	Multiple
Desired Start Date	05/12/2025
Position End Date	05/01/2026
Posting Date	03/17/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date	07/15/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information