Sciences at North Central College invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach one or two sections of our introduction to media course for the spring semester of 2027. COMM 185/Global Media in a Digital Age is a survey of the development, structure, economics and regulation of major media with a special emphasis on digital communication. The sociological and cultural impact of media on society and civic life is a central theme of the course. This introductory course is required for all Communication and Media Studies majors and is also a popular general education course for students across the College. We are seeking qualified instructors for the following sections for the spring semester: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00AM-9:05AM Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:20AM-10:25AM All instruction will take place in-person at our Naperville, IL campus. Spring semester runs from January 11 to May 5, 2027. The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in Media Studies, Communication, Journalism or a closely related field with relevant coursework. Candidates with successful college-level teaching experience of media courses are preferred. North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable. Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu . North Central College is an EEO Employer. For more information, please visit: https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/academic-affairs/prospective-and-incoming-faculty Interested candidates should complete and submit an application with all required documentation online at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/16055 For further information, contact Amy Buxbaum Chair, Communication and Media Studies at agbuxbaum@noctrl.edu. Employment Conditions An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process. Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Information The budgeted salary range for this position is $3840 – $4000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you authorized to work in the US? YES NO * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization? YES NO Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Optional Documents

Sciences at North Central College invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach one or two sections of our introduction to media course for the spring semester of 2027. COMM 185/Global Media in a Digital Age is a survey of the development, structure, economics and regulation of major media with a special emphasis on digital communication. The sociological and cultural impact of media on society and civic life is a central theme of the course. This introductory course is required for all Communication and Media Studies majors and is also a popular general education course for students across the College. We are seeking qualified instructors for the following sections for the spring semester: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00AM-9:05AM Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:20AM-10:25AM All instruction will take place in-person at our Naperville, IL campus. Spring semester runs from January 11 to May 5, 2027. The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in Media Studies, Communication, Journalism or a closely related field with relevant coursework. Candidates with successful college-level teaching experience of media courses are preferred. North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable. Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu . North Central College is an EEO Employer. For more information, please visit: https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/academic-affairs/prospective-and-incoming-faculty Interested candidates should complete and submit an application with all required documentation online at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/16055 For further information, contact Amy Buxbaum Chair, Communication and Media Studies at agbuxbaum@noctrl.edu. Employment Conditions An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process. Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Information The budgeted salary range for this position is $3840 – $4000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you authorized to work in the US? YES NO * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization? YES NO Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Optional Documents