Fall Semester 2026: Lecturer, Learning and Teaching

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 28,202 - 33,780; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Learning & Teaching for the Fall 2026 semester. The position involves teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in areas such as Math, Science, and Social Studies. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree, with a doctoral degree preferred, and have a teaching background in higher education. The role includes developing course materials and assessing student work. Benefits include medical coverage, paid leave, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Teaching experience in higher education preferred; experience teaching adult learners is a plus.
• Comfort with online and blended teaching environments.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses in person, hybrid, or online modalities.
• Develop and submit syllabi, lesson plans, and course materials.
• Answer student emails and guide students throughout the term.
• Assess student work and submit final grades per contract.
• Attend orientations and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Teaching experience in higher education

Comfort with online and blended teaching environments

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

Fall Semester 2026: Lecturer, Learning & Teaching

Overview

The Graduate School of Education (GSE) at Rutgers University invites applications for a part‑time Lecturer in Learning & Teaching for the 2026 Fall semester (September 1 – December 22). The position will involve teaching undergraduate or graduate level courses in one or more of the following content areas: Math, Science, Literacy/English, Social Studies, Technology, Elementary Education, Language Education, Adult and Continuing Education, and Foundation areas.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses in person, hybrid, or online modalities.
• Develop and submit syllabi, lesson plans, and course materials.
• Answer student emails and guide students throughout the term.
• Assess student work and submit final grades per contract.
• Attend orientations and complete required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Teaching experience in higher education preferred; experience teaching adult learners is a plus.
• Comfort with online and blended teaching environments.

Salary & Benefits

Salary is calculated at a minimum of $2,777 per credit. Benefits include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs
• Retirement benefits with defined contribution plans and tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Application Requirements

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Concise statement of prior teaching experience
• Names and contact information for three references

Applications must be submitted electronically. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment screenings, including background checks and, if applicable, proof of influenza vaccination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rutgers University is an equal access and equal opportunity institution. We employ or hire individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, family or other personal circumstances. Please see our Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement for further details.