What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Communications (New Media) position at Molloy College?
Molloy University Main Campus, Rockville Centre, NY, US
The Department of Communications at Molloy University invites applications to teach 1-2 courses in their New Media track, starting Fall 2026. Courses may include History of Media, Online Content Production, and Advanced Online Content Production.
Candidates must have:
- Master’s degree, PhD, or other terminal degree in Communication, Digital Humanities, or other closely related field
- A history of at least two years of successful teaching experience at the college level or equivalent.
- Proficiency in social media content creation and/or digital content creation more generally.
TO APPLY: The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply please submit the following:
- A letter of interest describing your teaching qualifications and teaching philosophy,
- Current curriculum vitae,
- Names and contact information (email address and phone number) of three references familiar with the applicant’s teaching experience and/or academic career,
- A copy of license and diploma for applicant’s highest degree earned.
The adjunct faculty members are responsible for:
- Preparing and delivering face to face instruction to undergraduate students in cooperation with the department’s Chairperson and other faculty;
- Using a range of suitable strategies to foster student learning and encourage active learning in all students;
- Promptly assessing student’s coursework and appraising students of progress;
- Meeting with students before or after class if they need to in order to attend to their course related questions.
The ideal candidate will possess the ability to relate well to a diverse population of community learners.
Salary Information:
When determining the salary offer for a new employee, Molloy considers several key characteristics such as discipline specific knowledge, skills, education and experience as well as internal and external equity. The hiring salary range for this position is $1,200.00 per credit (Undergraduate Instructor). To $1,357.00 per credit (Graduate Assistant Professor). This range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Molloy University does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, or military status; in its administration of educational policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or in employment practices. Molloy University takes its responsibility seriously to establish an environment in which the dignity and worth of all members of the institutional community are respected. In its effort to provide an optimal learning environment the University seeks the appointment of persons who are highly qualified and whose background is appropriate to fill each vacancy. It is University policy to recruit, employ, retain and promote employees without discrimination regarding sex, race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or physical disability.