Lecturer in Public Relations (100%) 508733 Amherst, Massachusetts, United States Academic Year (9 Months) College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Full Time MSP On Site Faculty Opening on: Jul 24 2026 Title: Lecturer in Public Relations (100%) Executive Area: Academic Affairs College/School/MBU: Social & Behavioral Sciences Department: Journalism Work Location: Amherst Schedule: Full Time Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Summary The Journalism Department invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Public Relations expected to start on September 1, 2027. Essential Functions Teaching responsibilities will primarily include undergraduate courses in public relations. We seek the best available candidate who can contribute to one or more of the following areas: (1) our mid-level writing for public relations course; (2) our
hands-on multimedia courses, which could include yet-to-be-developed courses in Digital Content Marketing, Strategic Video Storytelling, and Emerging Communication Technologies and PR; and/or (3) other courses that exist within the Public Relations Concentration. Our faculty is versatile, allowing us to adapt to the most promising candidate.Evidence of teaching effectiveness and versatility, demonstrated ability to
provide insightful and practical hands-on training and feedback to students and a strong commitment to pedagogical innovation and adaptation are desirable but not necessary. We invite applicants with professional experience in the above areas in lieu of demonstrated teaching evidence.The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 3-3 load while engaging in service activities that are commensurate with peers at
their rank, such as serving on departmental committees, sponsoring internships and supervising Honors projects. The successful applicant may be asked to serve as an internship coordinator for the Concentration, with an associated reduction in the teaching load. Minimum Qualifications Applicants are required to have at least a Master’s degree in public relations, journalism, communication, marketing, or related field
as of September 1, 2027. Evidence of meaningful professional experience in public relations is preferred for this position. Additional Details Salary and benefits at UMass are competitive. Full-time Lecturers are eligible to join the Massachusetts Society of Professors—our faculty and librarian union at UMass Amherst.The Journalism Department is a collegial and dynamic group. Our focus is on quality undergraduate
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