Adjunct Instructor, Communication Studies

The Department of Communication within the College of Health, Arts, and Sciences (HAS) invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in Klamath Falls to teach accelerated four-week courses at an off‑site location serving military students at Kingsley Field.

Position Type Adjunct

Working Title Adjunct Instructor, Communication Studies

Classification Title Adjunct Faculty

College/Division College of Health, Arts & Sciences (HAS)

Department Communication

Annual Salary Per Work Load Unit (WLU)

Application Link (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./7315

The College of Health, Arts, and Sciences at Oregon Tech is seeking enthusiastic and well‑qualified teachers for adjunct teaching positions to begin Spring term, April 2026 in Klamath Falls campus teaching accelerated four‑week courses at an off‑site location serving military students at Kingsley Field.

We are looking for instructors who could teach one or more of the following courses:

• Communication Software
• Intercultural Communication
• Essentials of Grammar and Punctuation
• Interpersonal Communication
• Digital Media Production
• Intro to Communication
• Intro to Leadership
• Communication Technology in Use
• Gender and Communication
• Communication Research
• Organizational Communication I and II
• Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
• Training and Development
• Communication and Leadership
• Small Group and Team Communication
• Writing in the Air Force

The Communication Department is committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a military background check prior to employment.

• M.A./M.S. or higher in Communication Studies, Writing, or related discipline appropriate to one or more programmatic courses
• Experience teaching and/or extensive formal education in Communication or related discipline
• Skills with technology such as Microsoft Office, email, calendaring, and learning management systems (such as Canvas), and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Availability to teach four days a week at Kingsley Field
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a military background check prior to employment.

• Military experience
• Experience teaching members of the military

This pool will be accessed per the need[s] of the Department. Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than two years. After two years, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the most current adjunct pool.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with contact information (phone & email).

In your cover letter, please specify those areas or courses that you are qualified to offer and would be interested in teaching.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Professional References List

• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• License/Certification
• Other Document

For additional information, please contact the Chair of the Department, Dr. Franny Howes: franny.howes

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Oregon Tech’s Office of Human Resource at  or oithr. Please use the subject line:
Communications Adjunct Pool.