Adjunct Faculty Position - Edward R. Murrow College of Communication

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

3d • $25,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication is establishing a continuous applicant pool for adjunct faculty positions to teach in-person undergraduate courses. This posting will remain open until December 31, 2025. Adjunct faculty may hold positions with other employers and are appointed temporarily to WSU faculty positions. These are typically fixed-term appointments providing instruction for traditional semester-long courses over 4.5 months (Spring semester). As an adjunct faculty member, your primary focus will be teaching, including large enrollment lower-division courses and upper-division courses. Instruction may occur during day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekend hours. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment beyond the semester course assignment or any assigned hourly or substitute work. Successful candidates must demonstrate flexibility in achieving instructional and general course responsibilities, including proficiency with diverse learning resources and technologies. The Murrow College particularly welcomes applications from faculty who demonstrate: A passion for teaching. A commitment to student success. An understanding of WSU's land-grant mission. The ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate our diverse student population's varied backgrounds and interests. At the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication at WSU, we honor the legacy of one of the most courageous and influential figures in broadcast journalism. Inspired by Murrow’s fearless pursuit of truth and his deep commitment to integrity, our college fosters a culture of critical thinking, ethical storytelling, and social responsibility. With programs spanning journalism, strategic communication, and media innovation, we prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving media landscape. Our mission is rooted in Murrow’s enduring belief that communication can shape a more informed and just society.

Requirements

• Master's degree in relevant field OR bachelor's degree with significant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience or potential for teaching with student-centered pedagogical practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues in both written and verbal formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach communication courses as assigned.
• Evaluate and assess student work with timely grade submission.
• Participate in performance assessments, including administrative and student evaluations.
• Engage in campus and staff development activities (encouraged).
• Contribute to the broader College community.

Benefits

• WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees