Adjunct Professor of Sociology-Spring 2026

noriba GmbH; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility to contribute to 403(b) plan

Discounts on goods and services

State benefits including NJ Sick Leave and Short Term Disability

Job summary

A prominent university in New Jersey is seeking an Adjunct Professor of Sociology for the Spring 2026 semester. This part-time role requires teaching two sections of Introduction to Sociology. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Sociology or a comparable degree and have teaching experience in a university. Responsibilities include preparing course materials and engaging students in learning. The position is temporary and offers a salary of $1,150 per credit hour with fringe benefits. Interested candidates should email the administrative assistant for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology or an advanced graduate degree in Sociology.
• Teaching experience in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach sections of Sociology beginning in Spring 2026.
• Responsible for two sections of Introduction to Sociology.

Skills

Teaching experience in a university setting

Ph.D. in Sociology or advanced graduate degree in Sociology

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology or advanced graduate degree in Sociology

Job description

Adjunct Professor of Sociology—Spring 2026

Job Title: Adjunct Professor of Sociology—Spring 2026

Department: Social Sciences, History, and Criminal Justice (part of Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences) at Fairleigh Dickinson University (https://www.fdu.edu/)

Hiring Manager: Robert Houle

Position Type: Faculty

Grade: Adjunct

FLSA: Exempt

Faculty Rank: Adjunct Faculty

Salary: $1,150 per credit hour

Benefits package includes eligibility to contribute towards the 403(b) plan and various fringe benefits such as discounts on everyday goods and services, entertainment/dining discounts, and state benefits including NJ Sick Leave and State Short Term Disability.

Status: Temporary

Job Summary

The Department of Social Sciences, History, and Criminal Justice is seeking part‑time (adjunct) faculty to teach sections of Sociology beginning in Spring 2026. Sections are 3 credit hours and meet Monday‑Thursday, Tuesday‑Friday, or as double blocks on different days including Wednesday. The position requires teaching two sections of Introduction to Sociology.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology or an advanced graduate degree in Sociology. • Teaching experience in a university setting.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research interests and teaching interests/philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Questions?

Email Chris Sobczak ([e-mail]), Administrative Assistant of Social Sciences, History, and Criminal Justice.

Posting Date

12/15/2025