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Adjunct Faculty, Public Relations at InsideHigherEd

InsideHigherEd Hempstead, NY

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About Hofstra:At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.Position Title:Adjunct Faculty, Public RelationsPosition Number:999972School/Division:School of CommunicationFull-Time or Part-Time:Part-TimeDescription:The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applicants to apply for an adjunct faculty position in the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations (JMSPR) at Hofstra University to teach courses focused on sports communication, sports media, and strategic communication and/or other related courses.We seek a candidate who can teach sports communication courses, specifically sports promotion within both the Public Relations and Strategic Communication major and Sports Media major. The preferred candidate will have a strong background in publicity and promotion and communication processes from multiple perspectives, including sports public relations, community engagement, event planning, content creation, consumer-centric promotion, social media, earned, owned and paid media strategies, and other sports-related platforms.Qualifications:10+ years of professional experience in the sports communication field.Teaching experience preferred.Candidates must be available to begin teaching in the spring 2026 semester.Can teach introductory courses for multiple platforms, which include practical and ethical considerations in gathering, analyzing, and communicating strategic communication goals.Special Instructions:Please upload the following with your application for consideration:Cover letter with salary requirementCurriculum vitaeStatement of Teaching PhilosophyAddress and phone number of three professional referencesAll applications received by February 1, 2026, will receive full consideration. Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.Deadline:Open until filledTenure Track:NoDate Posted:12/11/2025EEO Statement:Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Salary/Salary Range:$1,458-$1,711 per credit hour

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