Instructor jobs in Piscataway, NJ

Details Information Recruitment/Posting Title Fall 2025 Lecturer/Coad Instructors - Leadership Skills Minor Department Rutgers Cooperative Extension Salary Details A 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. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: * 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 * Life insurance coverage * Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: ************************************************** Posting Summary Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension seeks academics or highly qualified practitioners to add to our talented pool of Lecturers and Co Adjutant instructors. Successful candidates will assume responsibility for selected course(s) in our undergraduate Leadership Skills and/or Non-Profit Minors. Online teaching opportunities are available for the upcoming semester. More info regarding these programs can be found at: ************************************************** ***************************************************** Position Status Part Time Posting Number 25FA0278 Posting Open Date 03/28/2025 Posting Close Date 01/05/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Candidates must have a minimum of a master's degree with two years teaching experience; doctoral or other terminal degree preferred. Professional work experience is typical for our part-time faculty. Although not required, online teaching experience using CANVAS preferred. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Microsoft Office Suite, CANVAS Physical Demands and Work Environment All teaching positions require the instructor to be present on campus to meet with students, attend faculty meetings, etc. as needed. Overview Employers consistently report leadership as a key skill that is increasingly important in the workplace and increasingly difficult to find among job applicants. Prospective employees with knowledge and experience in leadership have an important competitive edge over others. Students who obtain a Minor in Leadership Skills/Non-Profit Leadership will have that edge, setting them apart from other students in their career search. Through the Minors in Leadership Skills/Non-Profit Leadership, students will develop and hone their knowledge and skills in critical areas including group processes, team dynamics, ethics, conflict management, communication and advocacy. Students will develop a personal leadership philosophy, apply critical thinking skills, and hone their leadership style. Whether students continue on to graduate school, enter the workforce, or choose another path, they will have the knowledge, perspective and skills to make a leadership contribution in their future endeavors. Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit a cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae. Applicants should be able to provide names and contact information for at least three references upon request. All teaching positions require the instructor to be present on campus to meet with students, attend faculty meetings, etc. as needed. Quick Link to Posting **************************************** Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their 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. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: *************************************************** Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you have experience using CANVAS? * Yes * No * * Do you have at least two years of experience teaching? * Yes * No * * Do you have a Masters Degree or Higher? * Yes - Masters Degree Only * Yes - Masters Degree and Doctorate * Yes - Doctorate Only * Yes - Masters Degree and pursuing Doctorate * No Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents