Lecturer/SR Lecturer

National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

Gainesville, FL

Job ID: 73841
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Location: Gainesville, Florida, United States
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Job Category: Academia
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Posted: 02.25.2026
Job Description
Lecturer/SR Lecturer
Job No: 538720
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department: 23060000 - CJC-PUBLIC RELATIONS
Job Description
Classification Title:
SR LECTURER
Classification Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree or higher in public relations, communications or a related field is required.
At the lecturer level, applicants must have at least 5 years of professional communications experience.
At the senior lecturer level, applicants must have at least 10 years of professional communications experience, including leadership experience
Job Description:
The Opportunity
Bring Your Academic Talent to a Winning Team !
Join the faculty of a Forbes' top 5 U.S. public university at an exciting time of growth and opportunity. The Department of Public Relations at the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications invites applications for a nine- or twelve-month appointment at the lecturer or senior lecturer level. The position will begin either July (for twelve-month) or August (for nine-month) 2026. In the Department of Public Relations, faculty, students, staff, alumni, and professionals work together to continually improve our program. As a result, our graduates go on to be future leaders, change makers, scholars, writers, and critical thinkers who make us proud. Our talented and engaged students from a variety of backgrounds need you to bring your skills, experience, and wisdom to our classrooms.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in public relations. The faculty member may teach and supervise graduate students. Candidates will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, engage in governance and other service activities, and demonstrate interest in contributing to online education, community, and the internationalization of the college and university. Candidates are typically expected to teach three courses or the equivalent per semester (and one in the summer if on twelve-month appointment) in addition to performing service duties.
About The University Of Florida
is a member of the Association of American Universities. In 2024-2025, UF faculty generated 1.3 billion in research expenditures. The University of Florida offers a competitive salary commensurate with similar positions and includes a full benefits package. To view the university's Total Reward benefit package, please click here:
About UF's College Of Journalism And Communications
The College of Journalism and Communications is recognized as a national leader in communication scholarship and professional skills development. Be part of an ambitious, progressive, and collaborative program at one of the top public research universities in the United States.
Accredited by ACEJMC, the college has earned its reputation for excellence over the last half century on the strength of its programs, faculty, students, and alumni; the stories they tell; and the difference they make around the world. Our 84 full-time faculty members supported by 92 staff members and about 182 part-time instructors serve in four academic departments: Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations and Media Production, Management and Technology. We enroll about 2,500 undergraduates both in-person and online. More than 800 graduate students are earning master's and doctoral degrees.
The one of the top programs in the country, with 10 tenure-track faculty members, one endowed chair in public interest communications, and six professional faculty, for a total of 17 faculty members. It currently serves over 640 undergraduate majors, more than 130 master's students, and 10 Ph.D. students. The Department consistently is ranked among the top three public relations programs in the United States and enjoys an excellent international reputation. Visit the for more information about the department
The City of Gainesville
home to Florida's largest and oldest university, which makes it one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. The city is in a central location to both coasts, providing easy access within a day's drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate with experience and education
Required Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree or higher in public relations, communications or a related field is required.
At the lecturer level, applicants must have at least 5 years of professional communications experience.
At the senior lecturer level, applicants must have at least 10 years of professional communications experience, including leadership experience
Preferred:
Master's degree in public relations, communications or related field.
A senior executive with at least 15 years of professional communications experience.
Evidence of effective guiding and coaching students in a classroom environment.
Experience in areas relevant to the department including sports communication, corporate communication, or public interest communication.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Applications must be submitted online via PageUP. Applications must include an electronic copy of the following:
A letter of interest summarizing your qualifications and what you would bring to the position.
Teaching evaluation data, where available, or evidence of teaching effectiveness.
A resume or complete curriculum vitae;
Names, addresses, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three references;
The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
Please direct all question to Search Committee Chair, Christine Bucan, mailto:[email protected]
Review of applications begins March 10, 2026, and continues until the position is filled.
Final candidates will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in also aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits and training.
Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Laws require that all documents relating to the search process, including letters of application, nomination, and reference, be available for public inspection.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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