Colorado State University is hiring: Instructors (Journalism and Media Communica

Instructors (Journalism and Media Communication) - Open Pool 2025

Working Title: Instructors (Journalism and Media Communication) - Open Pool 2025

Position Location: Fort Collins, CO

Work Location: Position is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number: 202400408F

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $46,000 to $50,000

Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

This work unit exists to prepare, educate, counsel, and support over 500 majors and pre-majors and nearly 70 graduate students in Journalism and Media Communication skills; prepare students for careers in all areas of media and communication; and support faculty in teaching, research, and creative activities and service.

Tenure/Tenure Track? No

% Teaching: 100

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/31/2025.

Position Summary: The Department of Journalism and Media Communication hires part-time instructors to teach courses in print & electronic journalism, video production, computer-mediated communication, public relations, technical/specialized communication, and related areas. The open pool is intended to collect applications throughout the year. We draw from this pool if and when the department finds itself in need of a non-tenure track, temporary instructor in a specific area or for a specific class.

Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication or a related program of study;
• Four years of professional media experience;
• Interest in and aptitude for working with undergraduate students.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in an appropriate journalism or communication field is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please include a cover letter that speaks to the minimum and preferred qualifications, CV or resume, and three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers, and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks.

EEO Statement: Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions.

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

References Requested

Minimum Requested: 3

Maximum Requested: 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a completed bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or closely related?
  • Yes
  • No