School of Communication and the Arts | Journalism - Online Adjunct

Job Description Summary

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Online Adjunct Instructor’s Primary teaching responsibilities will be in graduate courses in the journalism major. Candidates should hold a terminal degree in journalism, mass communications, or a related discipline and can demonstrate a significant and sustained research and teaching agenda related to journalism. We welcome scholars with broad teaching and research expertise in the field. **

Essential Functions And Responsibilities**

• Demonstrate a significant and sustained research and teaching agenda related to journalism.
• Actively engage with students and follow up on emails in a prompt manner.
• Grade assignments and leave substantive feedback.
• Stay compliant on administrative tasks such as the Monday check–in, etc.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Qualifications, Credentials, And Competencies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Journalism, Digital Media (Ph.D.), or related discipline. Three years or more of full-time online teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate levels, or equivalent, and a strong record of professional achievement.
• History of publication in academic or trade journals.
• Professional experience (video, promotion, advertising, social media, etc.).
• Established research and/or professional content agenda.

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