Part-time Lecturers and Coadjutants for Spring 2026 Semester - Various Courses

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 2,800 - 8,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee/dep.

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick seeks part-time lecturers and co-adjutants to support and teach a range of undergraduate and graduate Food Science courses for the Spring 2026 semester. Instructors will deliver course content, manage schedules, hold office hours, and participate in grading and assessment activities.

Qualified candidates hold an MS or PhD in Food Science, with strong MS Office skills and authorization to work in the USA.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Food Science preferred; evidence of teaching experience is a plus.
• Strong MS Office knowledge and ability to use academic administration tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach or provide academic support for undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Present course materials during assigned times and hold office hours.
• Administer exams, assign grades, and coordinate course requirements.

Education

MS/PhD in Food Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Part-time Lecturers and Coadjutants for Spring 2026 Semester - Various Courses Department Food Science Salary Details $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

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the 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

Posting Summary

The Department of Food Science in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is currently seeking Part-time Lecturers or Co-adjutants to teach or Co-adjutants to provide academic support for various undergraduate or graduate courses such as: Food and Health; Field to Table; Food Process Engineering; Current Issues in Food Science and Food Law; Food Product Development; Food Microbiology Lab; Carbohydrates in Foods; Nutragenomics & Nutraceuticals, and possibly others during the Spring 2026 semester.

The instructors will present course materials during assigned course times and non-teaching co-adjutants will provide academic support. Other duties include holding office hours, administering exams, assigning grades and coordinating any other requirements related to course instruction. Applicants should specify which course is of primary interest.

Position Status Part Time Posting Number 25FA1169 Posting Open Date 11/19/2025 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Interested candidates should have a degree in food science preferably at the MS or PhD level. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated evidence of past teaching effectiveness and experience.

Certifications/Licenses

n/a

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong knowledge of MS Office applications. Must have authorization to work in the USA.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/263146

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

65 Dudley Road

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have authorization documents to work in the US? (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV