Summer Session Instructor

Posting Number

req26118

Department

Journalism

Department Website Link

Medical Sub-Speciality

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona's School of Journalism within the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences invites you to apply to the role of Summer Session Instructor.

Located in Tucson, Arizona, the School of Journalism is seeking a dynamic and experienced Journalism Instructor to provide part time instruction for Journalism major and minor students for Summer 2026, contingent upon availability of funding. This is a non-tenure eligible position.

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Instruct undergraduate students in field of expertise
• Plan class lectures and assignments
• Grade assigned papers and exams
• Hold regular office hours
• Assign grades to students, based upon performance in class assignments and exams
• Attend meetings as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and at least five years of professional experience as a journalist

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher in related field.
• Previous teaching experience at college or university level.

Rank

Instructor

Tenure Information

Adjunct (NTE)

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

Job FTE

0.60

Work Calendar

Academic

Job Category

Faculty

Benefits Eligible

No Benefits

Rate of Pay

DOE

Compensation Type

Contingent on Student Enrollment

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

Target Hire Date

7/6/2026

Expected End Date

8/16/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

Jan Lauren Boyles

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Open Date

5/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant

Provide three professional references

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