Lecturer in Journalism and Communication

Responsibilities

• Teach the school's professional orientation course, including up to three 1-credit sections per semester.
• Serve as a faculty mentor to undergraduate students.
• Prepare students to engage effectively with the school's academic and co-curricular programming.
• Adhere to programmatic goals and curriculum objectives in alignment with ACEJMC accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Two years of professional experience in advertising, public relations, journalism, sports media, or education.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

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, sports media, or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental.
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and contribution plans.
• Generous leave plans and life insurance.
• Onsite childcare in Ames, Iowa.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing programs.

About the Company

Iowa State University is a land-grant institution dedicated to education, research, extension, and outreach. The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication offers a dynamic, ACEJMC-accredited undergraduate program with majors in advertising, journalism, public relations, sports media, and digital storytelling. Located in Ames, Iowa, the university fosters a welcoming community committed to innovation and diverse perspectives.