Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Undergraduate Program in Communication (Fall 2026)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick is seeking part-time lecturers for its Undergraduate Program in Communication for the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates should specify the courses they are prepared to teach in their cover letter and provide a resume or CV along with references.

The position requires at least a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's or Doctoral degree preferred. Additional benefits include healthcare coverage, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in a part‑time faculty role is typically expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Communication program during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Specify which courses prepared to teach in the cover letter.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (strongly preferred)

Doctoral degree (welcome)

Job description

Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Undergraduate Program in Communication (Fall 2026)

We are seeking part‑time lecturers for our undergraduate Communication program. Applicants should review the program information at https://comminfo.rutgers.edu/academics/undergraduate/communication-major and the courses list at https://comminfo.rutgers.edu/academics/courses?courses=&program=26.

Posting Summary

This position will involve teaching courses in the Communication program during the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates should specify which courses they are prepared to teach in their cover letter and provide a resume or CV, three references, and optional teaching materials such as syllabi or evaluation data.

Position Details

Position Status: Part Time
Posting Number: 26FA0367
Open Date: 05/01/2026
Close Date: 11/01/2026

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree strongly preferred; doctoral degree welcome.
• Relevant professional experience in a part‑time faculty role is typically expected.

Salary Details

Minimum salary of $2,777 per credit. Final salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and funding.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary by 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

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment commences during Flu Season, Rutgers may require proof of seasonal influenza vaccination unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of a job offer or disciplinary action.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of 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. For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact info)

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample 1
• Un­official Transcript
• Teaching Interests
• Other Document

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