Visiting Faculty of Instruction – School of Communications (2026)
Visiting Faculty of Instruction – School of Communications (2026)
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Summary: The School of Communications at Grand Valley State University is seeking an effective teacher and advertising/public relations/communication generalist to join the faculty beginning in January 2026. This is a full-time Visiting Faculty of Instruction position (non-tenure track). The successful candidate should have disciplinary training that aligns closely with the Schools Advertising and Public Relations curriculum. The ability to also teach courses in the Schools Communication and Media Studies program is a plus. The unit places a premium on the abilities and skills of the applicant to successfully contribute to and complement the strong teaching of the current faculty within a range of courses. Individuals from all backgrounds including from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students colleagues and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
Required Qualifications and Education:
- A bachelors degree in Advertising Public Relations Communication Journalism or a closely related field plus considerable professional experience in the media industry.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the collegiate level is required.
- Experience in or demonstrated understanding of advertising and/or public relations principles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
- A Masters degree or Ph.D. in Advertising Public Relations Communication Journalism or a closely related field.
- Experience in the successful creation and delivery of online course materials.
Responsibilities:
- Teach courses across the undergraduate communication curriculum. Potential courses include: Fundamentals of Advertising Fundamentals of Public Relations Management and Cases (either Advertising or Public Relations) Media Planning Media Relations Writing Research Methods (both for Advertising/Public Relations and for Communications in general).
- Typical teaching load is twelve credit hours (usually four courses) per semester.
Salary/Benefits: Salary is $50000.Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
University: Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale downtown Grand Rapids and Holland plus centers in Detroit Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts approximately 22000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people is affordable and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago Detroit Lake Michigan beaches and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at Community Resources page on Grand Valley State University Human Resources website
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
If you need technical assistance email Human Resources (). Email questions about the position to Dr. Len OKelly Director School of Communications GVSU at .
Application Deadline: The review process will begin on October 25 2025. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University thereafter.
Allendale Michigan 49401 -
For more information about Grand Valley see our website at
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
