Instructor - Summer Session for the Undergraduate Program in Digital Communication, Information[...]

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution seeks part-time lecturers to inspire students in the dynamic field of Digital Communication, Information, and Media. This role offers the chance to engage with eager learners and contribute to a vibrant academic community. As part of a leading national research university, you will help shape the future of communication and information studies. Ideal candidates will possess a strong educational background and a passion for teaching. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of students and share your expertise, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred; doctoral welcome.
• Professional work experience is typical for part-time faculty.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Digital Communication, Information, and Media.
• Prepare and submit course materials and syllabi.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Digital Communication

Information Media

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

The School of Communication and Information seeks part-time lecturers for its undergraduate program in Digital Communication, Information, and Media. Please see the description of our program at https://comminfo.rutgers.edu/academics/undergraduate/dcim and the list of courses we offer at https://comminfo.rutgers.edu/academics/courses?courses=&program=29. Within your cover letter, please let us know which courses in our program you feel most prepared to teach. Please submit a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references. You may also upload any evidence of your teaching experience such as sample syllabi or course materials, results of student instructional ratings, or published work.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Instructor - Summer Session for the Undergraduate Program in Digital Communication, Information, and Media (Summer 2025)
Department	SC&I - Dean's Office
Salary	Salary per Credit
Benefits
Posting Summary
Position Status	Part Time
Posting Number	25FA0295
Posting Open Date	03/21/2025
Posting Close Date	08/15/2025

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required; masters degree preferred; doctoral degree welcome. Professional work experience is typical for our part-time faculty.

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 69,000 students and 23,200 full- and part-time faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. The School of Communication and Information (SC&I) is a dynamic center of learning at the heart of the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus. Founded in 1982, SC&I research and teaching is delivered by three academic departments: Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, and Library and Information Science. Through five undergraduate majors and minors, three masters degrees, and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, the school teaches over 8,400 students each year, of whom 2,600 are its own undergraduate, masters, and doctoral students. Geographically adjacent and closely connected to the world's largest media and information hubs and supported by Rutgers' vibrant scholarly community, SC&I embraces the university goals of promoting diversity throughout our networks and programs, and is strongly committed to social engagement. For more about the school see: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu
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Posting Details

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Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/247534
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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