Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts & Humanities, American Studies

Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the Northeast with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education opportunities. The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located in the University District, just steps from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk.

Additional locations include Hammonton and Manahawkin. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to our student body through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, sciences, and professional education. Founded in 1969, Stockton held its first classes in 1971. The University's commitment to a welcoming and vibrant community makes Stockton a great place to learn and work! Learn more about the many reasons to choose Stockton ckton.edu.

Faculty and Staff are committed to support Stockton University's strong student-centered vision and mission.

This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a program allowing employees to work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.

Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts & Humanities, American Studies

* Galloway, New Jersey

* School of Arts & Humanities

* Adjunct Faculty

* Opening on:
Jun 16 2026

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Location:

Main Campus (Galloway)

Department:
School of Arts and Humanities

Salary Information: SFT Adjunct Rate $2,100 per credit

Work Hours:

Varies

Brief Job Overview/Summary

The School of Arts & Humanities is expanding its pool of qualified adjunct (part-time) instructors. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that include teaching assignments during days and evenings. Services are contracted on a semester/term basis.

The American Studies Program at Stockton University is seeking applicants to teach graduate-level courses in American Studies with an emphasis in interdisciplinary and applied humanities. Area of expertise is open but may include Africana Studies, History, Literature, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology or Anthropology.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

The Master of Arts in American Studies Program at Stockton University seeks a qualified adjunct instructor to teach AMST 5009 - Worlds of Moby-Dick on Mondays from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, in a replacement capacity. This course is scheduled for Fall 2026 in an online synchronous modality.

The ideal candidate will be able to provide interdisciplinary context for Herman Melville's Moby-Dick, examining subjects such as freedom and slavery, consumption and commodities, nineteenth-century American religion, politics, culture, and intellectual history. Candidates will also be considered who can effectively teach a broad range of American Studies topics using diverse theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of American culture. Consideration will be given to scholarly and pedagogical approaches that support the program's commitment to applied, integrative, and interdisciplinary research in American and transnational literature, history, philosophy, politics, sociology, anthropology, and related fields.

Successful candidates may be considered for future teaching opportunities in the program.

Please visit the Stockton M.A. in American Studies website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) for additional information about our program and course offerings.

Adjunct instructors are expected to:

* Teach graduate courses as scheduled

* Access student work and provide timely feedback

* Use Blackboard (the Learning Management System) to support teaching and assessment

* Support Stockton University's strong student-centered vision and mission

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Demonstrated knowledge of American culture, history, literature, and/or related interdisciplinary fields

* Ability to teach and mentor graduate students in discussion-based seminar settings

* Familiarity with interdisciplinary approaches to research, analysis, and interpretation

* Strong written and oral communication skills

* Ability to use instructional technologies, including learning management systems, to support student learning

Required Qualifications:

* Master's degree in American Studies or a related discipline

* Relevant teaching experience in the subject area at the collegiate level (or exceptional professional experience in a closely related field)

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in American Studies or a related discipline

* Experience teaching graduate-level courses

* Demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship

Screening Information:

The job will be posted continuously to expand Stockton University's pool of qualified Adjunct (part-time) instructors. Screening of applications are…