Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies at Lycoming College

Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Mentoring, Course Development, Research, Public Discourse, Media Analysis, Strategic Communication, Digital Culture, Intercultural Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, Content Creation, Broadcasting, Online Behavior, Emerging Technologies, Journalism

Industry

Description

Lycoming College is hiring a Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies to join our Academic team for the Fall 2026 semester. Lycoming College, one of the nation’s oldest residential liberal arts and sciences colleges, invites candidates for its Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication and Media Studies. With a first-rate undergraduate education and an increased commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus community that supports all faculty, staff, and students, we are seeking candidates who can support and contribute to our mission and 2021 strategic plan. As the Department of Communication and Media Studies expands, we seek a student-centered educator with a passion for teaching and mentoring, with a master’s degree or higher, and an academic background and/or industry experience in at least one of the following areas: Media and Digital Culture: Public opinion, trends forecasting, online behavior, digital popular culture, or emerging technologies (e.g., AI) Public Discourse: Journalism, sports media, political communication, intercultural communication, or communication in business, science, arts, or humanities settings Research and Analysis: Media and communication theory, research, writing, or analysis Strategic Communication: Advertising, public relations, social media, content creation, broadcasting, or public speaking Who We Are: Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected liberal arts colleges. Today, our community of 1,200 active learners from 26 states and territories and 13 countries comprises a student body that is 31 percent domestic students of the global majority or international, all of whom work with our renowned scholars to craft customized combinations of market-driven majors, minors and concentrations across our 52+ academic programs. Students compete in 20 NCAA Division III sports, participate in faculty-driven research, thrive in a robust program of internship experiences, and study abroad in more than two dozen countries. Lycoming College has one of the highest endowment-per-student ratios in the country. The institution is a member of the Annapolis Group of Liberal Arts Colleges and is recognized by U.S. News as a top 100 National Liberal Arts College and the No. 21 Best Value School. Lycoming College is dedicated to providing a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education for all students. Learn more at http://www.lycoming.edu. The College proudly celebrates and values the principle of inclusive excellence. In support of its commitment to establishing an inclusive and equitable campus, Lycoming College seeks to recruit more faculty and staff of diverse perspectives and experiences with the recognition that doing so advances institutional excellence. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer. What will I do in this role? Teach a 3-3 course load, including introductory and advanced undergraduate courses Develop new courses aligned with the candidate’s area of expertise and department needs Support and engage students beyond the classroom, through mentorship and advising, career-focused or applied experiences, collaborative projects, campus involvement, or other ways Engage in service to the department and the College What are we looking for? Education and Experience Master's degree or higher Skills and Qualifications An academic background and/or industry experience in at least one of the areas listed above Demonstrated experience in college-level teaching or clear, thoughtful plans for effective instruction A record or promise of contributions to the field through industry involvement, academic or mainstream publications, creative work, or the like A commitment to a liberal arts education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to teach, mentor, and support students of diverse perspectives and experiences The ability to engage students beyond the classroom through mentorship and advising, career-focused or applied experiences, research, collaborative projects, campus involvement, or other ways Housing in a college-owned rental property may be provided, subject to availability. What We Offer!. Lycoming College has an excellent benefits package that includes: Health & Wellness Benefits: Health insurance – Lycoming College offers a wide variety of health plan options available. Dental insurance, including orthodontia coverage. Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses Life & accidental death and dismemberment insurance Long-term disability insurance Short-term disability insurance Cancer insurance Personal accident insurance Wellness program Employee assistance program Retirement Benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% contributions from the College Tuition Benefits: Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at Lycoming College Free tuition for eligible dependents at over 600 colleges nationwide through Tuition Exchange, Inc. Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at the Pennsylvania College of Technology Paid Leave Benefits: Generous paid time off (PTO) Paid Parental Leave Employee Perks: 15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees and household family members Use of the campus Library How do I Join the Warrior Team? Please submit a detailed cover letter that speaks to the skills, qualifications, and duties described in the job listing, your Resume/CV, and a list of three references with contact information. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to illustrate how their experience and skills connect to the qualifications of this position. Candidates who apply by October 10th, 2025, will receive priority.

Responsibilities

The Visiting Assistant Professor will teach a 3-3 course load, including both introductory and advanced undergraduate courses. Additionally, the role involves developing new courses, mentoring students, and engaging in departmental service.