Part-Time Instructor, Computer Science

Part‑Time Instructor, Computer Science, Spring 2026

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Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Part‑Time Instructor, Computer Science, Spring 2026

Department:
Math & Computer Science

Salary:
Minimum of $2,777 per credit.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including candidate’s qualifications, experience and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds.

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

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 Spring 2026 semester to teach computer science courses. 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. Course appointments may require instruction during the day, in the evenings, on weekends, off‑campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination of these based on the academic needs of the department/unit.

Position Status:
Part Time

Posting Number: 25FA0938

Posting Open Date: 10/06/2025

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field preferred.

Certifications/Licenses:
None specified.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Experience teaching computer science or a closely related field preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

None listed.

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.”

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 may result in rescission of a candidate’s offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript (Unofficial)
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Other Document

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