Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

NU USA Northeastern University

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Oakland, CA Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 4, 2026 Last posted June 4, 2026
Job description

About the Opportunity

Summary/Responsibilities

The Communication Studies Department at Northeastern University seeks part-time faculty to teach courses on Public Speaking, Business and Professional Speaking, Visual Communication, Communication Ethics, Media History, and select other courses related to Communication Studies and Media and Screen Studies.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Communication or related field required. MFA considered for production offerings. Two or more years of college teaching experience in Communication Studies courses preferred. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of diverse academic strengths. Positions contingent upon enrollment, funding, and departmental needs.

Please note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.
About this role

Summary

Teach Communication Studies courses, including public speaking, media history, and communication ethics.

Job title

Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

Experience level

two or more years of college teaching experience

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

Oakland, CA; remote work not allowed

Salary

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Ph.D. in communication or related fieldcollege teaching experience

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

public speakingmedia studiescommunication ethicsvisual communicationmedia history
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Oakland, CA, USA

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