Part-time Lecturer - Communication Studies

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas seeks a Part-time Lecturer in Communication Studies to teach undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure.

Minimum education includes a graduate degree; a Master’s in Communications is preferred. Two years of college-level teaching is preferred, with online teaching experience highly desirable. UT Dallas emphasizes a respectful, inclusive learning environment for all.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in the relevant discipline with a record of productivity.
• Master’s in Communications preferred; two years teaching college-level courses preferred.
• Experience teaching online courses highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs.
• Maintain contact with students in class and via eLearning platforms.
• Provide assessment data as requested by administration and Assessment Team.

Skills

Lecturing

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Online teaching

Education

Graduate degree

Master’s in Communications

Job description

Part-time Lecturer – Communication Studies

Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure.

Minimum Education and Experience

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience

An earned Master's degree in a Communications discipline is required. Two years of college level teaching in an institution similar to UT Dallas is preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching online communication courses.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs.
• Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning).
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team.
• Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Important Message

All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.