Temp Parttime Faculty

University of New Mexico
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
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Nov 16, 2024
Posting Numberreq25816 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeAdjunct Hiring DepartmentCommunication Journalism (839A) Academic LocationCollege of Arts & Sciences CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM Benefits EligibleAdjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary Department of Communication and Journalism The UNM Department of Communication and Journalism anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach in the Fall 2023, Spring 2024, and Summer 2024 semesters. Anticipated openings include, but are not limited to, the following courses: COMM 1130: Public Speaking COMM 1140: Introduction to Media Writing COMM 2120: Interpersonal Communication COMM 2130: Media Theories COMM 2135: Media Ethics and Law COMM 2185: Multimedia and Visual Communication COMM 2190: Writing and Editing for Multimedia Journalism COMM 2245: Web Design CJ 300: Theories of Communication CJ 314: Intercultural Communication CJ 320: Conflict Management and Mediation CJ 323: Nonverbal Communication CJ 344: Interviewing CJ 360: Video Journalism CJ 365: History of Media CJ 370: Audio Journalism CJ 374: Design and Visual Presentation CJ 375: Intermediate Reporting CJ 387: Introduction to Strategic Communication CJ 389: Creative Concepts CJ 390: Strategic Writing CJ 391: Strategic Social Media CJ 450: Health Communication CJ 461: Media Criticism More information about these courses can be found in the current UNM Catalog. The Department of Communication and Journalism is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach undergraduate level classes in various subjects as specified above. Instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class that they are assigned to teach. Such responsibilities include but are not limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, delivering course content, developing and grading assignments, reporting grades, and assessing student learning outcomes per standards outlined by the department. Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, the department's matrix for course offerings, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to the Chair of the UNM Department of Communication and Journalism. Best Consideration Dates: Fall 2023 - July 1, 2023 Spring 2024 - December 1, 2023 Summer 2024 - March 15, 2024 Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Pursuant to the accreditation standards set by the Higher Learning Commission, applicants are considered qualified to teach the courses described above if they either. 1. Hold a master's degree or higher in the discipline or subfield for which they are applying Or 2. Hold a master's degree or higher in a discipline related to but other than that for which they are applying and have successfully completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which they are applying. Or 3. Consistent with the UNM College of Arts and Sciences policy on the qualifications needed to teach undergraduate courses based on equivalent tested experience, applicants are considered qualified to teach professional/technical skills courses in the Department if they hold a bachelor's degree in the discipline or subfield for which they are applying and either: (a) for teaching 1000- and 2000-level courses, have documented satisfactory performance of working for 3 years as a professional in the discipline or subfield for which they are applying, or (b) for teaching 300- and 400-level courses, have documented satisfactory performance of working for 4 years as a professional in the discipline or subfield for which they are applying. Preferred Qualifications: 1. An earned doctorate from an accredited institution. 2. Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution. 3. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of the following: 1. A Cover Letter indicating the courses and/or disciplines in which you are interested in teaching; the days/times you are available to teach; and how your education and experience satisfy the appropriate Minimum and Preferred Qualifications criteria described above. 2. Curriculum Vitae or resume. 3. A list of names and contact information of three professional references who can directly speak to your relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Please note: Qualified applicants may be evaluated for potential interviews by the hiring official as new openings become available throughout the time period covered by this posting. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. For Best Consideration: This posting will remain active until 3/22/2024. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. For Best ConsiderationThis posting will remain active until 3/22/2024. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.