Iowa State University

Lecturer In Journalism And Mass Communication

Location
Ames, IA
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 16, 2026

About this position

Lecturer In Journalism And Mass Communication Ames, IA Part Time R20088 Position Title: Lecturer in Journalism and Mass Communication Appointment Type: Faculty Job Description: The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University seeks a lecturer to teach JLMC 2010: Reporting and Writing for the Mass Media. The successful candidate will teach two 3-credit sections of the course, required for majors in advertising, digital storytelling, journalism, public relations, and sports media. The course develops students' skills in reporting, interviewing, research, writing, and Associated Press style. Required Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in related field. Two years of professional experience in advertising, public relations, journalism, or sports media. Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education; Demonstrated ability to mentor students and/or emerging professionals; Additional professional experience beyond the required amount in advertising, journalism, public relations, or sports media. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. Department/Program & College Description: The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication has a dynamic ACEJMC-accredited undergraduate program and a strong master's program. The school has undergraduate majors in advertising, journalism and mass communication, public relations, and sports media and communication, as well as a new interdisciplinary major in digital storytelling. Additional information about the school is available at www.greenlee.iastate.edu. Department Unit/Website: www.greenlee.iastate.edu Proposed Start Date: January 1, 2027 Proposed End Date or Length of Term: May 15, 2027 Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09 Month Work Period Time Type: Part time Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter 3) Contact Information for Three References If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: · Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans · Generous leave plans · Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) · Life insurance and long-term disability · Flexible Spending Accounts · Various voluntary benefits and discounts · Employee Assistance Program · Wellbeing program Original Posting Date: October 14, 2026 Posting Close Date: November 15, 2026 Job Requisition Number: R20088 Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications. To apply, visit https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Lecturer-in-Journalism-and-Mass-Communication_R20088?jobFamilyGroup=ad349100dff401ea127be90a060a22e3 je-82641266ccdb4ff09d3fb50e89d3a9ce

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