Journalist in Residence (Adjunct Faculty)

Journalist in Residence (adjunct faculty)

The Communication Program at Lasell University in Newton MA seeks a part time Journalist in Residence to join our faculty in teaching the next generation of multimedia journalists in a rapidly changing media environment. Start date Fall 2026.

The position combines teaching responsibilities with hands-on advising of our student-run newspaper. We seek a candidate who is passionate about teaching and mentoring students and committed to the ongoing relevance of journalism as fundamental to democracy.

We are specifically looking for faculty who appreciate the value diverse students bring to a campus community and are eager to help foster an inclusive and equitable campus environment. Faculty mentors who represent the increasing diversity of our student body are particularly encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will serve as Advisor to the student newspaper, The 1851 Chronicle, and will teach one undergraduate Journalism course per term ranging from foundational news writing and reporting, to feature, investigative and multimedia journalism. The Advisor also teaches a 1-credit practicum for 1851 staff.

The 1851 Chronicle Advisor oversees students in the planning, creation and promotion of the 1851 Chronicle's monthly print publication and its digital channels. The Advisor is instrumental in recruiting news staff and engaging the campus community in the work of the paper. They guide and train students in journalism practices including writing, research, AP-style, reporting and ethical standards. The Advisor supervises the administration of the news organization.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an avid interest in teaching writing, research, interviewing and reporting across platforms and genres utilizing a project-focused approach. A background in sports media is a plus.

The Communication program is always seeking to enhance and diversify offerings and seeks a candidate who will work both within and beyond the program to shape the curriculum in response to industry developments and new potential markets.

The statements above are intended to describe the principal duties of the person assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Lasell University has the right to add or change the responsibilities at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least five years of experience in professional journalism
• A Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication or related field
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population of students
• Demonstrated success or potential to teach journalism courses at the undergraduate level
• Experience working with online platforms and multimedia reporting
• Experience as a college media advisor or the lead reporter or editor on one or more significant journalism projects
• Experience in sport journalism especially desirable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in journalism or a related field, or comparable professional experience (10+ years)
• News management experience
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign and digital journalism tools and storytelling strategies (video, audio and/or multimedia)
• Knowledge of operating, marketing plans and training programs for news staff

Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.