Part-Time Biology Instructor - Flexible Teaching Roles

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 4,000 - 9,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a part-time instructor in the Biological Sciences for Spring 2027. The position involves teaching biology surveys, recitations, laboratories, or upper-level courses, with responsibilities including course prep, syllabus creation, and delivering content during assigned times.

The candidate will also hold office hours, respond to student emails, and timely grade assessments. A Bachelor's in biology is required; Master’s or PhD strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology or closely related area required; advanced degrees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach biology surveys, recitations, laboratories, or upper‑level courses.
• Prepare course material and create/post a course syllabus.
• Present material during assigned times and hold office hours.
• Respond to student emails, conduct and grade assessments, and submit final grades.
• Course appointments may include day, evening, weekend, online, hybrid, or remote formats.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

University teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Rutgers University is seeking a part-time instructor in the Biological Sciences for Spring 2027. The position involves teaching biology surveys, recitations, laboratories, or upper-level courses, with responsibilities including course prep, syllabus creation, and delivering content during assigned times.

The candidate will also hold office hours, respond to student emails, and timely grade assessments. A Bachelor's in biology is required; Master’s or PhD strongly preferred.