Course Assistant (Project Mentors) - Spring 2027

Rutgers, International; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and/

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Professional Science Masters program invites applications for Course Assistants (Project Mentors) for the Spring 2027 term. Successful candidates will support faculty in evaluating student progress, provide feedback on work and presentations, and help ensure learning objectives are met while monitoring project timelines.

Position is part-time and offers a chance to contribute to student success within the Master of Business & Science framework and related coursework.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience as a teaching/course assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assisting faculty with evaluating student progress and performance.
• Provide constructive feedback on their work, presentations, or prototypes.
• Help assess the achievement of learning objectives and provide suggestions for improvement.
• Monitors the progress of student projects, ensuring they stay on track and meet established timelines.
• Provides guidance and support to students, collaborates with instructors to ensure students complete their projects successfully.

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Department

Department Professional Science Masters

Salary Details

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.

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

The Professional Science Master’s Program ( PSM ) invites applications for Course Assistants (Project Mentors) for the Spring 2027 term.

• Successful candidates will be responsible for the following:Assisting faculty with evaluating student progress and performance.
• Provide constructive feedback on their work, presentations, or prototypes.
• Help assess the achievement of learning objectives and provide suggestions for improvement.
• Monitors the progress of student projects, ensuring they stay on track and meet established timelines.
• Provides guidance and support to students, collaborates with instructors to ensure students complete their projects successfully.

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 26FA0976

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/30/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 05/31/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience as a teaching/course assistant.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

The Master of Business & Science degree ( MBS ) is a degree combining the science curriculum from a traditional science master’s degree with a specialized set of business+ courses – including business, policy, and law. Our program prepares students with the necessary business acumen, entrepreneurial skills, and know-how to translate scientific and technological ideas into profitable products and services.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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