Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Master's Program in Information (Fall 2025)

Overview

Position Details

Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Master's Program in Information (Fall 2025)

Department : SC&I - Library & Information Science

Posting Summary : The Department of Library and Information Science seeks part-time lecturers for its master's program in Information. Please see the description of our program at https : / / comminfo.rutgers.edu / academics / graduate / master-information and the list of courses we offer at https : / / comminfo.rutgers.edu / academics / courses?courses=&program=32. Within your cover letter, please let us know which courses in our program you feel most prepared to teach. Please submit a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references. You may also upload any evidence of your teaching experience such as sample syllabi or course materials, results of student instructional ratings, or published work.

• Position Status : Part Time
• Posting Number : 25FA0491
• Posting Open Date : 05 / 06 / 2025
• Posting Close Date : 11 / 01 / 2025

Salary details : Minimum salary of $2,777 per credit. The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also consider market benchmarks and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's compensation structure.

Benefits

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit : http : / / uhr.rutgers.edu / benefits / benefits-overview

Position Details

Posting Details and Related Information

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Masters degree required; doctoral degree welcome. Professional work experience is typical for our part-time faculty.

Certifications / Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 69,000 students and 23,200 full- and part-time faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

The School of Communication and Information (SC&I) is a dynamic center of learning at the heart of the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus. Founded in 1982, SC&I research and teaching is delivered by three academic departments : Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, and Library and Information Science. Through five undergraduate majors and minors, three masters degrees, and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, the school teaches over 8,400 students each year, of whom 2,600 are its own undergraduate, masters, and doctoral students. The department emphasizes diversity and social engagement. For more about the school see : http : / / comminfo.rutgers.edu

The Department of Library and Information Science is characterized by a research and learning culture that is inclusive, diverse and cohesive, international in scope and local in impact. We educate professionals for diverse information service and technology contexts to design, manage, and evaluate systems and services that support people's interactions with information. Our graduates play a leading role in enabling people to create, use, and preserve knowledge. They are people-centered in their work, critical and reflective thinkers, creative problem solvers, and effective communicators.

Statement

Posted without changes to the original job posting language, including required EEO statements and pre-employment screenings.

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 exempt. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or obtain an exemption may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected characteristics. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address : http : / / uhr.rutgers.edu / non-discrimination-statement

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