Part-Time Instructor, Anthropology, Spring 2026

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 3,156,000 - 4,495,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and/

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick is seeking a Part-Time Instructor in Anthropology for the Spring 2026 semester to teach a 200-level course: Anthropology of the Middle East. The successful candidate will handle the full range of duties from preparing course materials to grading and final grade submission.

The posting notes flexibility in schedule and delivery format (day, evenings, weekends, online, hybrid, or remote) according to academic needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and experience: MA or ABD/PhD in Anthropology or a closely related field; prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course material and syllabus.
• Present material during the assigned course times.
• Hold office hours and provide appropriate out-of-class time for students.
• Respond to student emails and grade assessments.
• Submit final grades.
• Course appointments may occur in-person, online, hybrid, or remotely as needed by the department.

Education

MA or ABD/PhD in Anthropology or closely related field

Prior teaching experience

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Part-Time Instructor, Anthropology, Spring 2026

Department: Anthropology

Salary Details

A minimum of $2777 per credit

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 Anthropology, School of Arts and Sciences, is seeking a part-time instructor for the Spring 2026 semester to teach a 200-level course: Anthropology of the Middle East.

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, based on the academic needs of the department/unit.

Teaching Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:00-3:30 PM (time is fixed)

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number: 25FA1175

Posting Open Date: 11/19/2025

Posting Close Date:

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: MA or ABD/PhD in Anthropology or a closely related field; prior teaching experience preferred

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement

Posting Details

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location, Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their 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. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy