Adjunct Professor of Journalism

No. 5057 Long Island University Brooklyn, New York Journalism & Comm Studies Posted Oct 22, 2026 $1,000 - $1,350 per credit Share Job Details Job Type Adjunct Faculty Salary Range $1,000 - $1,350 per credit Start Date As soon as possible FLSA Status Exempt Application Deadline Jan 22, 2027 Contact Please submit an online application Job Description Summary The Polk School of Communications at Long Island University Brooklyn is seeking to hire an Adjunct - Assistant Professor of Journalism beginning January 2027. The position offers a teaching load of up to 9 credits. The Polk School includes three programs: Journalism, Film & TV, and Acting for Theatre, Film and TV. Our faculty is dedicated to preparing students to find professional work as storytellers.

We are seeking candidates who stay informed about the best practices in their field amidst the ever-changing contemporary information landscape.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must have professional experience in journalism and teaching and must hold a terminal degree or doctorate in journalism, communication, or a related area of study. Our ideal candidate is prepared to teach undergraduate courses such as Photojournalism, Media Law and Ethics, and Mass Communication in a Digital Age. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach a variety of courses. Potential areas of specialization may include but are not limited to: beat reporting and editing, multimedia storytelling, newsroom and/or freelance journalism, visual communication, journalism history, and media/communications law.

LIU Brooklyn offers over 125 academic programs serving approximately 6,000 students. It is one of the fastest growing and most ethnically diverse campuses in the metropolitan area located in the heart of downtown Brooklyn, just one subway stop away from Manhattan. Applicants must apply via the online application portal by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references with names and contact information. Review of applications will begin immediately.

The application window is open until the position is filled. LIU conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. Back to All Jobs Quick Facts 1 Days Since Posted 1 Positions Available Adjunct Faculty Employment Type Application Status Accepting Applications This position is currently accepting applications. © 2026 Long Island University - Human Resources [email protected] An error has occurred. This application may no longer respond until reloaded.

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