Lecturer in Journalism, Department of Communication (Spring 2027)

The Department of Communication within the School of Social Sciences at the University of California, San Diego, invites applications for an ongoing appointment at the Lecturer (Unit 18-Non-Senate Faculty) level. We seek a dynamic industry professional committed to preparing students for success in today's rapidly evolving news media environment.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate introductory and advanced courses in journalism (including writing, reporting, ethics, and professionalization), be involved with ongoing course development in the journalism curriculum, advise students on academic matters, and maintain an active interest in changes and advances within the field of journalism.

Candidates should be prepared to teach courses such as COMM 115J: Journalistic Writing, Reporting, and Research, COMM 30: Digital Media Literacy, COMM 152: News Media and Politics, COMM 120N: News Media Workshop. Descriptions can be found in the Department of Communication Course Catalog. Preference will be given to candidates who could also teach a course about the news media sector, including its history, organization, digitization, professional practices, and current challenges.

Potential areas of specialization may include but are not limited to sports journalism, environmental journalism, public interest journalism, data journalism, investigative journalism, solutions journalism, arts & media, technology, journalistic ethics, and serving and covering underrepresented communities. The Department of Communication at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.

Candidates must champion the highest standards of scholarship and a campus climate that supports equality and diversity. The position is in-person and classes will be held on the UC San Diego campus.