Adjunct Faculty, Geography and Area Studies

Adjunct Faculty, Geography and Area Studies

Job no: 495881
Work type: Regular Part-Time, Temporary Part-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey

The Department of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability is seeking dedicated adjunct instructors in Human and Physical Geography, Area Studies, and Human‑Environment Interactions. The department is open to special topics proposed by adjuncts as well.

Course sizes are relatively small, and students are committed and engaged. Courses are frequently offered in the evenings, but other scheduling options are available in consultation with the Chair of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability.

Candidates must have a master’s degree, preferably in the field in which they are teaching. Work experience in the teaching field may be substituted for a master’s degree in the field, but a master’s degree is required.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor a visa for this position.

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act and the current MOA, adjuncts are provided with a minimum of $1,975 per credit for all courses taught, with a maximum teaching load of 8 credits per semester and 12 credits in an academic year. Courses will be assigned to instructors by College & Department on an as‑needed basis.

Rowan University offers a comprehensive benefits package to its staff and faculty members including health, prescription, and dental coverage, vision reimbursement, a variety of investment options including mandatory pension programs and voluntary retirement savings opportunities, tuition benefits and scholarships, and paid time off.

Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.