Adjunct Instructor, Public Speaking

The Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, University of Southern California, is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to supplement full-time faculty teaching for PUBD-204 Public Speaking during the Fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience such that he or she can teach in the areas of principles and practices of effective oral communication, analysis of the speaking-listening process, selection and organization of speech materials, and use of new presentation technologies.

Requirements for consideration include an M.S. or an M.A. degree in a related field. Previous teaching experience is desirable. Graduate-level coursework or advanced academic training in these areas is also desirable.

Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests, and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through the Careers at USC website.

The hourly range for this position is $37.88 - $46.97. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC reserves the "Adjunct" appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year, but in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism is among the nation's leading institutions devoted to the study of communication, journalism, and public relations.With an enrollment of 2,400 undergraduate and graduate students, USC Annenberg scholars, both students and faculty, are defining these fields for the 21st century and beyond.