Communication - Adjunct Pool

About Worcester State University:

WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a vibrant public university located in the residential west side of Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England and home to 38,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Situated on a compact 58-acre campus, the University offers 50 undergraduate and graduate academic programs to more than 6,400 students annually. The Princeton Review ranks us as one of the 75 "Best Value" public colleges in the country, as well as a "Best in the Northeast" college. Of the 13 undergraduate public universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Worcester State University is one of only three to earn the latter distinction, which is largely based on academic quality and student surveys.

Our tag line, "Change the way the world works," speaks to our commitment to graduating students who are not only prepared for work or further study, but who also have learned how they can make a difference. With a marketing slogan of "Academic excellence at an affordable price," the University strives to provide the best academic experience to students from all walks of life.


Job Description:

The Department of Communication at WSU is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach courses in Graphic Design. The instructor will help students build their visual communication skills by utilizing hands-on projects that give students experience in design theory and practice.

Upon completion, students should be able to visually communicate with form, color, type, and image, and be proficient in the use of Adobe InDesign and/or Illustrator.

Total credits will vary from 3 - 9 in the day division, DGCE, or a combination thereof.


Requirements:

1. The desired candidate should be enrolled in a Masters degree program or have a terminal degree (MFA or Ph.D.).
   
   
2. The ideal candidate should have taken a course in graphic design at the undergraduate or graduate level, or have relevant professional experience. Instructors should have experience using a course delivery service, such as Blackboard, for online communication and course instruction with students.
   
   
3. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite required
   
   
4. Experience with distance learning preferred.
   
   
5. Must have a laptop and reliable internet access.
   
   

Additional Information:

Worcester State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.

Application submission to the part time adjunct faculty pool is open to qualified professionals who possess skills, education, and experience in academic and/or professional areas.

Adjunct faculty postings are for potential part-time, non-benefited, teaching positions during the 2020-2021 academic year.

The applicant pool will be reviewed by the department chair, when searching for candidates to fill the position.

Applicants for adjunct positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted by the department chair or their designee.

Applicants should withdraw their application from the pool if they are no longer interested.


Application Instructions:

Please submit a CV, cover-letter (noting interest in day, evening, or both). 3 letters of recommendation and/or references are requested as part of the application materials.

Educational background will be verified through the National Student Clearinghouse or through copies of original, sealed transcripts if selected for hire. Documents which cannot be uploaded to one's account may be sent via fax to 508.929.8169 or by mail to the following address:

Director of Human Resources

Worcester State University

486 Chandler Street

Worcester, MA 01602-2597