Department of Communication now accepting applications for part-time faculty hiring pools

The Department of Communication at Wayne State University is accepting applications for inclusion in part-time faculty hiring pools for the coming Fall and Winter terms in the following areas: public speaking, communication studies, film, journalism, media arts and studies, and public relations.

Part-time faculty generally teach one course and occasionally two courses per semester. Part-time faculty are responsible for preparing course syllabi in conjunction with the full-time faculty and area heads, instructing students during the course hours, evaluating student work including university requirements for mid-semester evaluations in many classes, preparing and administering examinations and holding office hours on a regular basis.

To be eligible for consideration, a candidate should possess a master's degree in communication and have some teaching experience.

Candidates should submit a portfolio including:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vita
  • Hours of availability for teaching
  • Brief statement of teaching philosophy (not more than one page in length)
  • Please send materials via US mail to:
    Department of Communication
    Attention: Victoria Dallas, Re: PTF Application
    585 Manoogian Hall, Wayne State University
    Detroit, MI 48201

    Please note this is a request for applications to be included in a hiring pool only. Acceptance into a hiring pool does not represent an offer of employment in the Department of Communication.

    Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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