Part-time Lecturers and Coadjutants Semester - Courses

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

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

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