Adjunct Professor of Journalism
About the Role
The Polk School of Communications at Long Island University Brooklyn is seeking to hire an Adjunct - Assistant Professor of Journalism beginning January 2027. The position offers a teaching load of up to 9 credits. Our faculty is dedicated to preparing students to find professional work as storytellers. We are seeking candidates who stay informed about the best practices in their field amidst the ever-changing contemporary information landscape.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses such as Photojournalism, Media Law and Ethics, and Mass Communication in a Digital Age. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach a variety of courses in areas such as:
- Beat reporting and editing
- Multimedia storytelling
- Newsroom and/or freelance journalism
- Visual communication
- Journalism history
- Media/communications law
Qualifications
- Professional experience in journalism and teaching
- Terminal degree or doctorate in journalism, communication, or a related area of study
About the Institution
LIU Brooklyn offers over 125 academic programs serving approximately 6,000 students. It is one of the fastest growing and most ethnically diverse campuses in the metropolitan area, located in the heart of downtown Brooklyn, just one subway stop away from Manhattan.
Application Process
Applicants must apply via the online application portal by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references with names and contact information. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. LIU conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.