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Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

Northeastern hr.northeastern.edu Open · verified Sep 25, 2026
Oakland Part-time Mid-level Communications

At a glance

Mid-level Communications role at Northeastern. Oakland · part-time · no salary stated · we estimate $177,000–$197,000.

Estimated pay

Northeastern has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$177,000 – $197,000
What the middle half of mid-level communications roles in Oakland paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 7 postings that stated pay, median $194,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.
RoleCommunications
SeniorityMid-level
LocationOakland
EmploymentPart-time
PostedJun 3, 2026 · 3mo ago
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Teach courses in Public Speaking, Business and Professional Speaking, and Visual Communication
  • Lead classes covering Communication Ethics, Media History, and related Communication Studies subjects
  • Support students with different levels of academic preparation during their coursework
  • Teach additional Communication Studies and Media and Screen Studies offerings as departmental needs arise

What you bring

  • A Ph.D. in Communication or a related discipline is required for the appointment
  • At least two years teaching college-level Communication Studies courses is preferred
  • An MFA may qualify you to teach production-focused offerings
  • You can work effectively with students who have varied academic strengths

Who this fits

This part-time academic role suits someone prepared to teach communication and media courses at the college level. Appointments depend on enrollment, funding, and departmental requirements. You must maintain valid United States work authorization throughout the appointment without employer visa sponsorship. The rate is $2,435.76 per credit.

From the employer

About the Opportunity

Summary/Responsibilities

The Communication Studies Department at Northeastern University seeks part-time faculty to teach courses on Public Speaking, Business and Professional Speaking, Visual Communication, Communication Ethics, Media History, and select other courses related to Communication Studies and Media and Screen Studies.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Communication or related field required. MFA considered for production offerings. Two or more years of college teaching experience in Communication Studies courses preferred. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of diverse academic strengths. Positions contingent upon enrollment, funding, and departmental needs.

Please note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.

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