Campaigns, Course Coordination, Problem Solving Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials
The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University is seeking an individual to teach PRL 425 Public Relations Cases & Campaigns on MW 2:15pm-3:35pm in the Fall 2026 semester (3 credits).
Course Description: In this course students apply management, strategic planning, problem solving, tactics and research to client needs. Teams design, execute and
evaluate appropriate integrated campaigns for actual clients. Frequent client/team contact and interaction required.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's degree preferred.
Job Specific Qualifications
- Preference will be given to applicants with executive-level experience in public relations campaign management and experience in instructing university students.
Responsibilities
It is understood that teaching assignments may include the following:
- Developing a syllabus.
- Ordering in advance books and materials for students in the class to purchase on or before the first day of classes.
- Preparing for classes.
- Holding office hours each week to meet with students in the class and others.
- Grading in a timely manner student assignments and examinations for the course; and turning in mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to instruct the class on the days and times it is designated to meet.
- Ability to hold office hours on campus.
- Ability to grade all assignments and examinations.
Tools/Equipment
- Ability to operate standard classroom instructional technology, which may include computer, projector, document camera, etc.
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.