Curriculum Developer/Designer (Part-Time) - 2026

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 568,000 - 809,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in Piscataway, NJ seeks part-time Curriculum Developers/Designers to create and update graduate curricula spanning agriculture, biotechnology, environmental science, engineering, data science, and business. The role blends classroom and industry insights, with emphasis on hybrid and online delivery.

Responsibilities include researching curricula, redesigning graduate-level courses for various formats, and preparing diverse course materials for traditional and online platforms.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field and/or relevant industry experience is required; doctorate degrees are preferred.
• Prior teaching experience at the graduate level preferred.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research of curricula in order to determine what materials, resources and innovations should be added, revised, or adapted to meet new learning models.
• Developing/redesigning curricula at the graduate level, which will include traditional lecture, hybrid, and/or fully online courses (e.g., transitioning from traditional lecture to hybrid courses)
• Preparing course materials (i.e., syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, videos etc.) in multiple variations for both traditional lectures and online platforms/technology.

Job description

Posting Summary

The Professional Science Master’s Program (PSM) invites applications for part time Curriculum Developers/Designers. We seek qualified instructors who can contribute to the university’s educational mission and bridge the gap between the classroom and the industry.

Successful candidates will create and/or update curriculum to meet and include the evolving topics and industry, as well as the demand for hybrid and fully online courses. Applicant’s core knowledge should include, but is not limited to, any concentration under agriculture, biotechnology, environmental science, food science, kinesiology and physiology, life sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.), engineering (i.e., biomedical, biochemical, chemical, electrical, computer, pharmaceutical, etc.), pharmacology, computer and information science (i.e., statistics and biostatistics, discovery informatics and data science, applied computing, information technology, networking, etc.), and business (i.e., accounting, finance, leadership, marketing, etc.).

Successful candidates will be responsible for the following:

• Conducting research of curricula in order to determine what materials, resources and innovations should be added, revised, or adapted to meet new learning models.
• Developing/redesigning curricula at the graduate level, which will include traditional lecture, hybrid, and/or fully online courses (e.g., transitioning from traditional lecture to hybrid courses)
• Preparing course materials (i.e., syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, videos etc.) in multiple variations for both traditional lectures and online platforms/technology.

Salary Details

A minimum of $500

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

• 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

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

26FA0053

Posting Open Date

01/21/2026

Posting Close Date

12/31/2026

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field and/or relevant industry experience is required; doctorate degrees are preferred. Prior teaching experience at the graduate level preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Additional Information

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