Class 8 Non Teaching Soils II Course Development

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick seeks a part-time non-teaching instructor to create the Soils II Urban Agriculture course. The role involves developing and recording two asynchronous lectures for teaching soil regeneration to urban farmers and gardeners.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree and expertise in soil regeneration. The position is based on campus in New Brunswick, NJ, with pre-employment screenings and typical Rutgers benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree and expertise in principles and practices of soil regeneration.
• Experience developing or teaching courses on soils or urban agriculture is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and record (2) online lectures for urban farmers and gardeners on soil regeneration principles.
• Record and organize lectures to equip learners with practical soil health knowledge and regenerative practices.

Skills

Soil regeneration expertise

Course development

Urban agriculture

Education

Master's Degree in a related field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Class 8 Non Teaching Soils II Course Development

Department

Family & Community Health Sci

Salary Details

$2,777

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

Develop and record (2) online (asynchronous) lectures for the purpose of teaching urban farmers and gardeners the principles and practices of soil regeneration. Goal to equip urban growers with practical knowledge and skills to improve soil health through composting, organic matter management, and regenerative soil practices. Participants will develop management plans. Learning objectives: understand how organic matter, soil biology, and nutrient cycling contribute to healthy, productive soils, evaluate various soil amendments and determine appropriate uses for their specific production sites, select soil-building strategies and regenerative practices that will improve soil structure, fertility, biological activity, and long-term soil health develop soil management and regeneration plans for their specific garden or farm sites.

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

26FA0858

Posting Open Date

10/05/2026

Posting Close Date

10/16/2026

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum of a Masters Degree and expertise in principles and practices of soil regeneration .

Overview

The Department of Family and Community Health Sciences is looking for a Coadjutant non-teaching instructor to create the Soils II Urban Agriculture Course.

Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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