Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer

Position Details Position Information Position Title Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The Department of Communication Arts in the School of Media & Design is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Communication Arts Lecturer. Position will teach undergraduate courses in this discipline. The courses span the field of communications, including radio, television, film, journalism, corporate and strategic communications, health communications, media and culture, public speaking, and broadcasting. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned. This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty Benefits This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met. Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically). Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge in media production and communication to teach at the undergraduate level. Ability to deliver instruction online-ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology; Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed; Ability to incorporate technology into teaching; Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures; Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA . Required Education Master's Degree in Communication or related field. Note that a Bachelor's Degree in Communication or related field with an additional four (4) years of required experience will be considered in lieu of Master's Degree. Required Work Experience At least one (1) year of professional work experience in journalism or digital media/video production (such as television programs, live events, news, sports, social media, strategic communication, and media & culture). Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience at the college level. PhD in Communication or related field. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified Work Hours Based on course assignment. Physical Demands Typical for faculty in this discipline. Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number

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Number of Vacancies 2 Job Type Part Time Job Category Faculty Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool Yes Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Dean, School of Media & Design Salary $4,000 per lecture course Open Date 03/17/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy). Title IX This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV (Faculty) Cover Letter/Letter of Application Unofficial Transcripts 1 Professional Reference Contacts Optional Documents Unofficial Transcripts 2 Unofficial Transcripts 3 Other Document Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UIW Website HigherEdJobs.com Indeed LinkedIn WorkplaceDiversity.com HispanicDiversity.com BlackJobCenter.com WomensJobCenter.com VeteransConnect.com Personal Referral Employee Referral Other If you selected other, please tell us where? (Open Ended Question)
• Do you have at least a Master's Degree in Communication or related field? No Yes, Master's Degree in Communication Yes, Master's Degree in related field
• This position requires a Master's Degree in Communication or related field and one year of professional work experience in journalism or digital media/video production (such as television programs, live events, news, sports, social media, strategic communication, and media & culture).

Note that a Bachelor's Degree in Communication or related field with an with an additional four (4) years of required experience will be considered in lieu of Master's Degree. Do you have at least one of the following? No Yes, Master's Degree + 1 year required experience Yes, Bachelor's Degree + 5 years required experience

• Do you have at least one year of professional work experience in digital media/video production, ideally in areas such as television programs, live events, news, sports, social media, strategic communication, and media and culture? No Yes
• How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

None 1 semester 1 academic year 2 academic years 3 academic years 4 academic years 5 or more academic years