Communications: Political Campaign Management – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Spring 2027) – College of Humanities and Social Sciences
At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at Gcu (GCU). AZ Phoenix · part-time.
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What you'll do
- Lead class sessions and discussions on managing political campaign offices
- Teach students to assess community demographics, communicate appropriately and adapt campaign work to local communities
- Check student progress and mentor their development in the classroom
- Model the university’s stated ethical and doctrinal commitments in your work with students
What you bring
- You need professional experience or prior teaching experience
- A communication PhD is preferred, or a communication master’s with relevant campaign or political communication coursework
- A master’s in another field may qualify with the specified graduate communication credits and relevant coursework, or substantial teaching experience
Who this fits
This part-time, in-person teaching role suits an educator prepared to teach political campaign management at the Phoenix campus. Spring instruction runs from January 4 through April 25, 2027, with final grades due May 2. Attach unofficial transcripts showing your completed degree and any applicable graduate coursework.
From the employer
Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at GCU is home to dedicated faculty and leaders who are deeply committed to inspiring and guiding students. Our faculty are dynamic mentors, devoted to fostering academic, spiritual, and personal growth in every student they serve. As experts in their fields, they are not only passionate educators but also collaborative partners who enrich the college experience for all.
If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and help others discover their purpose, consider joining our mission by becoming an instructor at GCU. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers fulfilling opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, in-person courses at our Phoenix campus. If you are a motivated educator eager to provide high-quality instruction in a modern, collaborative environment with smaller class sizes, we would love to hear from you.
Why Work at GCU:
- Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance
- 401(k)
- Employee Perks and Discounts
- Gym and Fitness Center
- Canyon Health & Wellness Center
GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ:
- Instruction for our Spring Semester begins on January 4, 2027, and ends on April 25, 2027 – Final Course Grades are due on May 2, 2027
Course: Political Campaign Management
In this course, students learn how to successfully manage a political campaign office. Through examination of group dynamics and management techniques, students gain practical skills such as analyzing community demographics, appropriately communicating, and adapting to the community.
What You Will Do:
- Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
- Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
- Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
- Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University
What You Will Bring:
*Professional or Teaching experience required
- Preferred: PhD in Communication
- OR Master’s in Communication
- AND coursework in Political Campaigns or Political Communication
- Exception’s may be granted to individuals with a Master’s in any field possessing either: 18 graduate credits in Communications AND coursework in Political Campaigns OR Political Communication OR has substantial teaching experience
Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:
- Your unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with 18 graduate credit hours in the areas listed above
- Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees
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