Adjunct Faculty, Journalism

Position Details

Position Information

About Hofstra

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Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Journalism

Position Number

999972

Position Category

School/Division

School of Communication

Department

Full-Time or Part-Time

Part-Time

Description

The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication is pleased to invite applications for an enthusiastic adjunct faculty in the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations (JMSPR) at Hofstra University to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public relations, strategic communication, and reputation management. Courses may also include online tools, writing, international public relations, media and influencer relations, and audience research.

Adjunct faculty may be occasionally called upon to supervise internships and independent study.

The ideal candidate for an adjunct instructor of journalism will have:

Current professional experience in journalism or a related field

Teaching experience in higher education

Availability to teach in-person, daytime courses

Qualifications

A master's degree and teaching experience.

Candidates must be available to begin teaching in the spring 2026 semester.

Capable of teaching digital storytelling with photos, video, audio, and data, and how to edit media with industry-standard software.

Can teach introductory to advanced reporting courses for multiple platforms and/or data journalism, which include practical and ethical considerations in gathering, analyzing, and visualizing reputable data

Be adept at leveraging social media for journalistic ends.

Have an understanding of the ethical, economic, and technological challenges facing the changing media landscape and demonstrate innovative approaches to addressing them in an undergraduate and graduate curriculum.

Preferred Quals Summary

Special Instructions

Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Teaching statement including evidence of effectiveness as an educator and approach to creating an inclusive learning environment

We welcome a service statement which outlines your experiences and preparation to affirm the contributions and dignity of the university's community members (optional).

Email address and phone number of three professional references

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Deadline

Open until filled

Tenure Track

No

Date Posted

05/21/2025

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary/Salary Range

$1,458-$1,711 per credit hour

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.