Remote Adjunct Lecturer, Public Relations

Merrimack College • North Andover, MA

5d • Remote

About The Position

The Girard School of Business at Merrimack College is seeking an adjunct lecturer to teach Principles of Public Relations (COM3401-OM) in its online bachelor completion program. The course is online and asynchronous, runs for eight weeks, and is scheduled to begin either January 13, 2027, or March 15, 2027, during the Spring 2027 semester.

The course introduces students to fundamental public relations principles and concepts, connecting theory with practice. It examines the field’s role, origins, and trends shaping its future, with emphasis on problem solving and applying professional tools and techniques to real-life situations. Topics include the historical foundations of public relations as a communications discipline, its role in society, public opinion, strategy and tactics, process, identifying publics, publicity techniques, effective use of media, and the ethical and legal implications of the profession.

Applicants should submit a cover letter stating their motivation, interest, and availability; a résumé or CV; syllabi, if applicable; and teaching evaluations from the past two years. The position is subject to successful completion of a criminal background check. Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to its Catholic and Augustinian mission; applicants should describe how they will foster a culture that supports the mission.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in business or a related area.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Applicants should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports Merrimack College’s mission.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. preferred.
• College teaching experience preferred; related work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach the online, asynchronous Principles of Public Relations (COM3401-OM) course in an eight-week session.
• Cover foundational public relations principles, theory and practice, professional tools and techniques, and real-life applications.
• Address public relations history, society, public opinion, strategy and tactics, process, identifying publics, publicity, media use, and ethical and legal implications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level