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Job Posting Title:

Adjunct Instructor

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM MC - Undergraduate Programs and Student Success (Sadie Dawn Wilks (00011640))

Work Location:

Journalism Building

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

This is a Adjunct Instructor (part-time) position teaching undergraduate courses for the Manship School of Mass Communication. The teaching load is one or two mass communication course(s) per semester.

Job Responsibilities:

Teach one or two undergraduate mass communication course(s) per semester.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in mass communication or related field.

Degree Substitute - Bachelor's degree in mass communication or related field with professional work-related experience that clearly documents the qualifications to teach the course(s).

Additional Requirements:

FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and transcripts. Official transcripts, if needed are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the Manship School of Mass Communication at (225) 578-1899.

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

June 22, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 19, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.