Practitioner-in-Residence: Political Communication

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Tuition exemption

Training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Louisiana State University’s Manship School of Mass Communication invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track position as a Professional-in-Residence in Political Communication to begin Spring 2027. The PIR will teach four undergraduate courses per semester and contribute to the undergraduate core curriculum.

The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in a related field and substantial professional experience in governmental relations or political affairs, with potential to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching ability at the undergraduate level.
• Experience in political communication writing and media courses preferred.
• Ability to advise student organizations and participate in service activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach four undergraduate courses per semester in the political communication area.
• Assist with service activities and advising student organizations in lieu of a fourth course.

Skills

Teaching

Course planning

Education

Master's degree in mass communication, political science, public policy, or related field

Juris Doctor considered

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of industry experience (degree substitute)

Job description

Louisiana State University’s Manship School of Mass Communication invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track position as a Professional-in-Residence in Political Communication to begin Spring 2027. The PIR will teach four undergraduate courses per semester and contribute to the undergraduate core curriculum.

The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in a related field and substantial professional experience in governmental relations or political affairs, with potential to