PT Instructor / Adjunct Faculty Mass Communications

Reporting to the Department Head, Mass Communications and Digital Technology. Adjunct Faculty,
Mass Communications are responsible for teaching a variety of introductory and upper-level undergraduate mass
communications courses. Teaching flexibility is highly desired.

Essential Job Functions:

• Teaching all levels of undergraduate mass communications courses (Full-time teaching load is up to 15credit hours per semester; may have release time to conduct research or other duties. Adjunct teaching load
  is up to 9 credit hours per semester; Adjuncts are not eligible for release time.)
• Ability to use technology in the classroom as well as the ability to teach online courses as needed.
• Developing, maintaining, and submitting accurate, timely and complete records (attendance, assignments,
  grades, end of course notebooks, etc.)
• Sharing academic and student resource information (when applicable).
• Effectively managing the classroom environment.
• Maintains professional scholarship
• Other duties as assigned.
  • Note: This job description is not intended to provide all duties that may be required of the position.

Education and/or Experience

• Earned MA in Mass Communications or related field required from an accredited institution of higher learning;
  Ph.D./DBA preferred.
• Significant professional/entrepreneurial experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated understanding and strong commitment to cultural diversity.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations
Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges (SACSCOC), which normally includes at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or
suitable approved justifications.

Other Competencies

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence are critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in the organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.

For faculty employment consideration, a candidate who meets job opening qualifications must provide the following documents with their application:

• A current, fully complete resume or curriculum vitae

• An unofficial transcript

• An application cover letter with statements of teaching philosophy and research interests

• Three current letters of reference.

Candidates with film, audio, journalism and communications backgrounds****preferred.

Following the Human Resources office’s receipt of a candidate’s fully completed application package for a current job opening, then an applicant can be considered for employment, with their application information submitted to the recruiting manager/selection committee for review.

Any potential hire is contingent upon the FINALIST candidate’s ordering OFFICIAL transcripts of the highest graduate-level degree(s) awarded to be sent DIRECTLY FROM the awarding institution(s) DIRECTLY TO the Shaw University Human Resources Department at 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.  Hand-delivered sealed transcripts will not be considered as official – they must be received directly from the awarding institution(s).

Candidates are personally responsible for any potential travel and/or relocation expenses incurred.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.