Part-Time Instructor, Political Science, Fall

Position Details

Recruitment

Title:

Part‑Time Instructor, Political Science, Fall 2026

Department: Political Science

Salary: Minimum of $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.

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

The Department of Political Science, School of Arts and Sciences‑Newark, Rutgers University‑Newark (RU‑N) is seeking part‑time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Fall 2026 semester to teach political science surveys or upper‑level courses focused on specific themes or topics. 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 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.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science or other closely related area required. Master’s degree, Ph.D., J.D., or other terminal degree strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Preferred Qualifications: (none specified).

Posting Status: Part‑time

Posting Open Date: 05/12/2026

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