Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Lecturers in Engineering Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

Location
New Brunswick, NJ
Pay
$2,777 per credit
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
May 29, 2026

About this position

Salary Details 2777.00Offer 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 School of Engineering at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking multiple part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester to teach first year introduction to engineering course sequence 14:440:101/102. The successful candidates will cover the full range of duties associated with teaching, including, but not limited to, preparing course material; teaching during the assigned course times; supervising a group of teaching and learning assistants; 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, online, or any combination of these. Prior college teaching experience in the course topic area is preferred. For questions regarding the position, please contact Professor Katie Barillas (katie.barillas@rutgers.edu) at SoE Undergraduate Education. In your application, please include (1) a cover letter, (2) your curriculum vitae, (3) the names and contact information of at least three references, and (4) a teaching statement providing evidence of effective and inclusive teaching. You may also upload any evidence of your teaching experience such as sample syllabus or course materials, results of student instructional ratings, or published work. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.Position Status: Part Time Posting Open Date: 06/01/2026 Posting Close Date: 12/01/2026 Minimum Education and Experience * Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Engineering Education, or a related field is preferred. * Candidates with a Master's degree and proven teaching proficiency in engineering will also be considered.Preferred Qualifications * In-depth knowledge of computer programming, particularly in languages relevant to engineering applications (e.g., Python, MATLAB). * Hands-on experience with CAD software for design and modeling. Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes.Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City PiscatawayState NJ

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$2,777 per credit
Engineering median
$5,000/ course, n=90
New Jersey median
$1,208/ course, n=70

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