Adjunct - Communication

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in assigned discipline
• Prepare and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction (in-person, hybrid, or online as assigned)
• Develop syllabi and course materials aligned with departmental standards
• Audit student performance and provide timely feedback
• Maintain office hours (1 hour per week per course) and advise students on coursework
• Hold yourself accountable to university academic policies and integrity standards

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication or closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise or professional experience in the subject area
• Strong communication and instructional skills
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and student success

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior college-level teaching experience
• Experience with learning management systems and online teaching platforms
• Professional licensure or industry certifications (where applicable)
• Experience working with diverse and first-generation student populations

Pay

Adjuncts receive remuneration on a semester basis, and may range from $1,200/credit hour.

Schedule

Adjunct positions may be fully remote and asynchronous.

Application Process

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please upload the following required materials:

• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Letter of application/cover letter
• Teaching philosophy (2 pages max)
• Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts
• List of three professional references and their contact information

Important Note

Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the "Resume/Cover letter" section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded, so you will need to combine some documents or combine them all into one pdf file.

Due Date

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, depending on departmental needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission.