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Adjunct Professor - Advertising Program
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Position Number: 5407224
Location: San Francisco, CA
Position Type: Communications - Public Relations and Advertising

Adjunct Professor - Advertising Program
University of San Francisco

R0006291
USF Hilltop Campus

Job Title:
Adjunct Professor - Advertising Program

Job Summary:
The Advertising (Major and Minor) Program at the University of San Francisco requires industry professionals wanting to teach (on-site, in person) in the Fall and/or Spring term(s). As our program is industry focused and practical in nature, specific advertising industry knowledge is required, though may vary in type.

Full Job Description:

This position seeks candidates from the field of advertising/ brand communication/ media/ promotional marketing, or related disciplines who can teach undergraduate advertising classes at any level, from introductory to advanced courses.

The University of San Francisco's Advertising Program is a dynamic, future-forward program where our students learn from professors sourced from around the globe with years of industry experience. We instill a strong sense of social responsibility and justice, and give our students the tools and experiences necessary to build rewarding careers in advertising and related fields.

Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track, academic positions vary from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. Appointments are offered on a course-by-course basis, and appointment length is based upon course section schedule(s). Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.

The academic calendar, including dates for our teaching semesters, are here: https://myusf.usfca.edu/registration/academic-calendar. Part time faculty at USF are unionized and benefits are listed on the USF Part Time Faculty Association's website here: https://www.usfptfa.org.

Preferred qualifications:

The roles will most likely be suitable to someone who has worked/is working in a media or a creative advertising agency for at least 5-10 years.
Experience teaching in a university/ad school or professional environment.
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, ideally a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field of study.
Commitment to support the mission of the University of San Francisco (https://www.usfca.edu/about-usf/who-we-are/vision-mission).
Willingness to work in a culturally diverse environment, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC students, local or international, amongst many other denominations and backgrounds.

Submission instructions:

Applications should ideally be received by 1 August 2022 to ensure full consideration, but might be considered after that if the position hasn't yet been filled. All applicants should email the following information to advertising@usfca.edu:

1. Curriculum Vitae (PDF) that includes three references who USF may contact.

2. Cover letter (PDF) detailing qualifications to teach an advertising course.

3. Official teaching evaluations from prior courses (if you have taught before).

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until any open positions are filled.

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Part time

Pay Rate:
Salary

Salary Range :
$2,101 per unit

To apply, visit https://usfca.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/USF_Adjunct/job/USF-Hilltop-Campus/Adjunct-Professor---Advertising-Program_R0006291.

The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the worlds most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a students passion for social justice and a desire to "Change the World From Here." For more information, visit http://www.usfca.edu.