Part -Time Faculty (Temporary) in Communication & Journalism

In the Department of Communication and Journalism, one or more courses may be offered to part-time, temporary faculty members in fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. Courses available could include CMJ 103: Public Speaking, CMJ 106: Storytelling, CMJ 367: Public Relations, and CMJ 435: Feature Writing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system and/or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training. Positions require teaching in person on campus. Part-time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies. Qualifications Required: Master’s degree in Communication, Journalism or a closely related field. Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught. Preferred: At least two years’ college teaching experience. For journalism instructors: at least two years’ experience working in the field. Other Information To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1. a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2. aresume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requestedto provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Review of applications will be ongoing to meet the needs of the fall 2026 and/or spring 2027 semesters. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. The University will provide a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Maine