Adjunct Lecturer, AI & The Future of Strategic Communication (Spring '26 In-Person)

The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved to become a transformative global
force across various industries with particular significance for strategic communication.
Columbia Universitys Strategic Communication masters program seeks a part-time lecturer to
teach a graduate-level course in AI and the Future of Strategic Communication. This course
provides a comprehensive exploration of AIs foundations its current landscape and its
profound impact on media journalism public relations and marketing communications. The
course also addresses critical issues surrounding AI such as ethics policy and risk management
associated with adoption while offering practical insights into implementing common AI tools
and developing essential AI skills for communication professionals.

Responsibilities
Based on a previously designed and approved syllabus lead class lectures instructional
activities and classroom discussion
Evaluate and grade student assignments 
Monitor and address student questions and concerns
Hold office hours
Attend program faculty meetings (three per term)
Participate in relevant training as recommended by the Deputy Program Director

Qualifications :

Graduate degree with a preference for Ph.D. in communication marketing or related field
Familiarity with theory and research on artificial intelligence and innovative technologies more generally 
7 years of industry experience
Available for in-person daytime classes

Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience using AI for synthetic audience testing crisis simulation personalization at scale and content production
Experience incorporating AI into organizational workflows
Experience with valuation/pricing of AI-assisted work performed on behalf of clients
2 years of graduate teaching experience

Additional Information :

Compensation
$10000 - $11000 (for the semester)

All applicants must provide the following:
CV and cover letter describing why you want to teach this course and your potential contribution to the program
Contact information for three professional colleagues to serve as references
Student evaluations of teaching for at least 3 previously taught semester-length courses if available
Candidates who advance to the second round will be asked to deliver a 20-minute teaching demo

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and reside in the New York
metropolitan area (NY CT NJ PA).

All interested should apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time