Job Title

Journalism and Strategic Media (Advertising and Public Relations), Adjunct Faculty

Department

Journalism and Strategic Media

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

The University will compensate adjuncts at a flat rate of $800 per number of credits (adjusted credit hours) granted toward the faculty load.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The School of Journalism & Strategic Media at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for an adjunct instructor position to teach advertising and public relations. Course topics may include media buying, strategic writing, and/or introductory courses (in-person, online, or both). This is a part-time position and does not include benefits. Classes begin on August 24, 2026, and will end on December 10, 2026.

Required Education

A master's degree in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, journalism, mass communication, or a communication or media-related field is required. A bachelor's degree with two years of professional experience may be considered in lieu of a master's degree.

Other Desirables

Applicants with experience in teaching at the college level, an industry background, and agency experience will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed to Apply

A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required.

Special Instruction to Applicants 

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu.edu/facultyrecruitment/.

If you need help with the application process, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Katie Foss at Katie.Foss@mtsu.edu.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 05/20/2026