Adjunct Instructor, Communication Arts & Sciences

Adjunct Faculty Positions The Communication Arts and Science program at Dominican University is seeking part-time adjunct faculty members to teach sections of the following classes during Summer 2025-26 and the 2026-27 school year (modalities to be determined). Adjunct faculty are contracted on a course-by-course basis and are responsible for instructional delivery and student learning for assigned course sections. Courses may be offered in-person and/or online at the River Forest and Pilsen campuses. Courses Available: CAS 200 Business and Professional Speaking (May be offered on River Forest and/or Pilsen campuses)CAS 203 Business and Professional Communication for the Health FieldsCAS 222 Media and SocietyCAS 232 Corporate CommunicationCAS 311 Health Care CommunicationCAS 320 Organizational CommunicationCAS 321 Intercultural CommunicationCAS 350 PersuasionCAS 363 Integrated Marketing CommunicationCAS Film classes focused on one or more of the following: nation/nationalism; identities; and/or focused on recent filmmakers' work For these courses, the instructor should have knowledge and experience with the subject matter in academic, workplace, and global contexts. The days, times, and modalities of course offerings will be negotiated with successful candidates within the confines of the program's scheduling criteria.

Application Materials: Cover letter identifying courses of interest Curriculum vitae or resume List of professional references Official transcript required of finalists. Employment contingent upon successful background check. About Dominican University: Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Expectations for all Dominican Employees: To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups. Institutional Statement: Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.