Part-Time Instructor, Africana Studies, Spring 2027

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 2.800 - 4.200; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Zusammenfassung

Rutgers University-Newark is seeking part-time instructors for the Spring 2027 term in Africana Studies to teach surveys or upper-level courses. Faculty will prepare course materials, post syllabi, present content during scheduled class times, and maintain office hours to assist students.

Assignments may occur day, evening, weekend, online, hybrid, or remotely according to department needs. A bachelor’s in African American or African studies is required; graduate degrees preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in African American or African studies required.
• Master’s degree, Ph.D., or other terminal degree strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Aufgaben

• Teach African American and African studies surveys or upper-level courses as assigned.
• Prepare course materials and Post a course syllabus.
• Deliver lectures, hold office hours, and provide out-of-class time for students.
• Respond to student emails and conduct and grade assessments in a timely manner, submitting final grades.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in African American or African studies

Master’s degree, Ph.D., or other terminal degree strongly preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Part-Time Instructor, Africana Studies, Spring 2027

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Part-Time Instructor, Africana Studies, Spring 2027

Salary Details

A minimum of $2,777 per credit

Offer Information

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

Posting Summary

The Department of Africana Studies, School of Arts and Sciences-Newark, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), is seeking part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Spring 2027 semester to teach African American and African studies surveys or upper-level courses focused on specific themes or topics. The successful candidate will cover the full range of duties associated with teaching, including, but not limited to, preparing course material; creating and posting a course syllabus; presenting material during the assigned course times; holding office hours and providing appropriate out-of-class time for students; responding to student e-mails; conducting and grading assessments of students through assignments, exams, and other means, in a timely manner; and submitting final grades. Course appointments may require instruction during the day, in the evenings, on weekends, off-campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination of these, based on the academic needs of the department/unit.

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

26FA0902

Posting Open Date

10/14/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in African American or African studies or a closely related area required. Master’s degree, Ph.D., or other terminal degree strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Overview

The School of Arts and Sciences-Newark (SASN) is a place where exploration, discovery, and imagination come together to form the core of a liberal arts education. We serve all undergraduates at Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N); and offer a broad selection of more than 2,000 undergraduate and graduate courses a year in more than 40 subjects. SASN combines the best of a large research university with a small liberal arts college.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The email address listed on the application will be used for all communication.

A syllabus for a course previously taught by the applicant should be included and uploaded under Other Documents.

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

Immunization Requirements

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Post-Submission Clarification

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Posting Specific Questions

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript (Unofficial)
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Other Document