Lecturer​/Adjunct Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies

Position Title

Lecturer/Adjunct Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies

• Position Number: 001171
• Working Title:
  
  Lecturer/Adjunct Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies
• Full-time or Part-time:
  Full Time
• Time Limited Position:
  No
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Department:
  Department of Communication, Languages, and Cultures
• Posting Number: 0401394
• SHRA/EHRA: EHRA (Faculty)
• Job Category:
  Professional
• Hiring Range:
  Commensurate with Education and Experience
• Overall Position
  
  Competency:
  
  EHRA Faculty
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes

The Department of Communication, Languages, and Cultures support students in their academic and professional pursuits in Communication and Language Studies. We offer Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication and Media Studies, Spanish, and Spanish with Teaching Licensure (K-12). Our department is dedicated to providing high-impact instruction, practical experience, and effective advising. We offer state-of-the-art facilities, including a radio station, television studio, multimedia production lab, podcast studio, newsroom, and an Esports lab.

Our mission is to equip graduates with practical skills and knowledge for successful graduate studies and career advancement.

The Department of Communication, Languages, and Cultures at Fayetteville State University seeks a Fixed-Term faculty member starting in Fall 2026. The role involves teaching general education courses in public speaking and core and elective courses within the Communication and Media Studies program. Applicants with expertise in sports broadcasting or sports journalism will be given priority.

• Lecturer: MA or MFA in Communication/Media Studies or a related field from an accredited institution, with graduate coursework and experience in the area of expertise.
• Adjunct Assistant Professor: Ph.D. in Communication/Media Studies or a related field from an accredited institution, with graduate coursework and experience in the area of expertise.

Preferences will be given to those with degrees specializing in Journalism or Media Studies.

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume."

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contacted if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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