Part-Time Instructor, Sociology/Anthropology of Mental Health & Illness, and Social Problems, Spring 2026
About The Position
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology, School of Arts and Sciences-Newark, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), is seeking part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Spring 2026 semester able to teach the course, Sociology and/or Anthropology of Mental Health and Illness, as well as the course, Social Problems online. In addition to other survey and upper-level courses relevant to the instructors' areas of expertise may be a possibility. 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. 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.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or terminal degree strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- 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
- submitting final grades
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
