What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Structured Inquiry in Public Relations and Advertising position at University of Southern California?
The Annenberg School of Journalism at the University of Southern California seeks a highly qualified adjunct instructor to teach PR 427: St ructured Inquiry in Public Relations and Advertising.
This course offers an applied understanding of how to formulate and answer questions regarding the strategic planning and evaluation of business communication messages. The course leads students through a process that begins with onboarding into the fundamentals of structured inquiry.
Applicants should have at least three years’ experience . T eaching experience is desirable. A strong candidate brings thoughtful awareness of current issues in the industry, including equity and inclusion.
Requirements for consideration include a B.A., B.S., M.S., or an M.A. degree in a related field. Previous teaching experience is desirable. For some courses, outstanding professional experience may be substituted for academic credentials.
Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests, and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through the Careers at USC website.
The hourly range for this position is $37.88 – $46.96. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year, but in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism is among the nation’s leading institutions devoted to the study of communication, journalism , and public relations. With an enrollment of 2,300 undergraduate and graduate students, USC Annenberg scholars, both students and faculty, are defining these fields for the 21st century and beyond.
Job ID REQ20174565 Posted Date 05/14/2026
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This course offers an applied understanding of how to formulate and answer questions regarding the strategic planning and evaluation of business communication messages. The course leads students through a process that begins with onboarding into the fundamentals of structured inquiry.
Applicants should have at least three years’ experience . T eaching experience is desirable. A strong candidate brings thoughtful awareness of current issues in the industry, including equity and inclusion.
Requirements for consideration include a B.A., B.S., M.S., or an M.A. degree in a related field. Previous teaching experience is desirable. For some courses, outstanding professional experience may be substituted for academic credentials.
Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests, and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through the Careers at USC website.
The hourly range for this position is $37.88 – $46.96. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year, but in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism is among the nation’s leading institutions devoted to the study of communication, journalism , and public relations. With an enrollment of 2,300 undergraduate and graduate students, USC Annenberg scholars, both students and faculty, are defining these fields for the 21st century and beyond.
Job ID REQ20174565 Posted Date 05/14/2026
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Current employees apply here
Salary : $38 - $47