Part-Time Instructor, Math, Fall 2026

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in Newark is seeking a Part-Time Instructor for the Fall 2026 semester to teach mathematics. Candidates should have a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field and excellent communication skills.

The role involves preparing course materials, conducting assessments, and supporting students. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in an engaging teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mathematics preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Experience teaching mathematics or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course material and create syllabus.
• Present material during assigned course times.
• Hold office hours and provide out-of-class support to students.
• Conduct and grade assessments in a timely manner.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience teaching mathematics

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mathematics or closely related field

Job description

Position Details

Title: Part‑Time Instructor, Math, Fall 2026

Department: Math & Computer Science

Salary: A minimum of $2,777 per credit

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

Responsibilities

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, School of Arts and Sciences – Newark, Rutgers University – Newark (RU‑N), is seeking part‑time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Fall 2026 semester to teach mathematics. The successful candidate will cover the full range of duties associated with teaching, including preparing course material, creating and posting a course syllabus, presenting material during assigned course times, holding office hours and providing appropriate out‑of‑class time for students, responding to student e‑mails, conducting and grading assessments through assignments, exams, and other means in a timely manner, and submitting final grades. Course appointments may require instruction during the day, evenings, weekends, off‑campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination of these, based on the academic needs of the department.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; experience teaching mathematics or a closely related field preferred.

Posting Details

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."

Pre‑employment Screening

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. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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