Part-time Lecturers for Fall 2026- Various Courses

Position Details

Position Information

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

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

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.

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have authorization documents to work in the US?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents