Adjuncts for Communications and Media

Location: Utica, NY Category: Adjunct Job Type: Part-time Temporary Posted On: Mon Oct 12 2026 Job Description:

Position Summary:

Utica University and the School of Arts and Sciences is currently accepting applications for adjunct instructors to the following courses:

CMM 101 - Interpersonal Communication

This course is designed to enable a student to become a better communicator by developing a more sophisticated understanding of the communication process and the opportunities and challenges it presents. We will explore how the style and content of communication influences personal identity, relationships, and goal achievement. The ultimate objective is to enable the student to optimize his/her strategic communication competencies in order to be better prepared to identify and solve personal, relational, and organizational problems.

CMM 103 - Introduction to Public Speaking

The ability to speak in public is a valuable tool in any career. This course examines fundamental principles of public speaking, focusing on informative and persuasive messages. Students will learn to choose interesting topics, research and organize content, and present speeches using effective vocal and nonverbal delivery skills. Other important elements of this course include an understanding of how to successfully address different audiences, how to effectively use presentation aids, and the role that public speaking plays in our world today.

CMM 181 - Introduction to Mass Communication

The mass media play a significant role in your life. Books, newspapers, magazines, movies, music, radio, television, and the Internet are sources of information and entertainment that provide a shared cultural experience. The mass media have also historically shaped our economy and continue to be powerful channels for commerce. Introduction to Mass Communication inspires you to look at the mass media from a historical and critical perspective, and encourages you to become an informed consumer of media.

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors of Arts in related field and previous relevant experience, required

• Masters degree in related field, preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• Teaching experience, preferred

• Must have strong communication skills

Additional Information:

Salary based per course:

• 3 contact hours, starting at and based on experience $2,313.36

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

EEO Statement

Utica University is committed to equal opportunity and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.