Instructor, Arts, Culture & Media, Summer

Overview

Instructor, Arts, Culture & Media, Summer 2026

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Instructor, Arts, Culture & Media, Summer 2026

Department:
Department Arts Culture & Media

Posting Number: 26FA0040

Posting Open Date: 01/21/2026

Posting Close Date: (not specified in content)

Position Status:
Part Time

Hours and schedule may vary by academic needs and course offerings.

The successful candidate will teach a range of courses including fine art, art history, graphic design, journalism, music, theater, and film and video production surveys, laboratories, studios, workshops, music instruction, upper-level courses, or graduate courses focused on specific themes or topics. duties include:

• Preparing course material and creating/posting a course syllabus
• Presenting material during assigned class times
• Holding office hours and providing out-of-class time for students
• Responding to student emails
• Conducting and grading assessments (assignments, exams, etc.) in a timely manner
• Submitting final grades
• Course appointments may occur during day, evenings, weekends, off-campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination as required

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. strongly preferred

Certifications/Licenses

• Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired

Preferred Qualifications

• (No additional specific items listed beyond those above)

Salary Details: A minimum of $2,777 per credit

The final salary offer may be determined by factors including qualifications, experience, expertise, and availability of department funds. Considerations may include market benchmarks and internal equity.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Benefits may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings. Immunization policies may apply, including Seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements during Flu Season unless exemptions apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

The email address listed on the application will be used for all communication. A syllabus for a course previously taught by the applicant should be included and uploaded under “Other Documents.”

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript (Unofficial)
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

• Other Document

Statement and other posting details are included to guide applicants through the process.