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Recruitment/Posting Title Part-time Lecturers for Fall 2026- 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
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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 to teach various undergraduate or graduate courses during the Fall 2026 semester, such as: Science of Food, Principles of Food Science lecture and lab sections, Food and Health, Food as Medicine, Sensory Evaluation of Foods, and possibly others.
The instructors will present course materials during assigned course times, hold office hours, administer exams, assign grades, and coordinate any other requirements related to course instruction. Applicants should specify which course is of primary interest.
Position Status Part Time Posting Number 26FA0506 Posting Open Date 05/19/2026 Posting Close Date 08/29/2026
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Interested candidates should have a degree in food science, preferably at the MS or Ph.D. level. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated evidence of past teaching effectiveness and experience.
Certifications/Licenses 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
Candidates must provide their full legal name as well as a personal email address. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and a resume.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/275231 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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