Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Master's Program in Communication and Media

Lecturers (Adjunct Faculty) for the Master's Program in Communication and Media (Spring 2026)

Department: SC&I - Communication

Salary: Minimum $2777 per credit. Final salary will be determined by qualifications, experience, available departmental or grant funds, and market benchmarks to ensure fair compensation.

Benefits

• 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 discount programs

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

Posting Summary

The School of Communication and Information seeks part‑time lecturers for its Master's program in Communication and Media. Identify the courses you feel most prepared to teach in your cover letter. Submit a cover letter, résumé/CV, and names/contact information for at least three references. You may upload evidence of teaching experience such as sample syllabi, course materials, student instructional ratings, or published work.

Position Status: Part Time

Posting Open Date: 10/24/2025

Posting Close Date: 03/31/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Master’s degree preferred; Doctoral degree welcome. Professional work experience typical for part‑time faculty positions.

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. Geographically adjacent and closely connected to the world’s largest media and information hubs and supported by Rutgers’ vibrant scholarly community, SC&I embraces the university goals of promoting diversity throughout our networks and programs, and is strongly committed to social engagement. For more about the school see: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu.

The Department of Communication is dedicated to advancing knowledge about communication and its practice in society. The department examines how meaning is created and negotiated in human interaction to address the personal, professional, and public communication challenges and opportunities posed by 21st century life. Our students become leaders in private, public and civil sectors by developing a deep and practical appreciation of how communication shapes the world in which we live. Research from SC&I’s renowned faculty experts examines the complexity of communication processes related to five focal areas: communication and technology, health communication, interpersonal communication, language and social interaction, and organizational communication. SC&I’s students may also acquire knowledge and skills allowing them to pursue careers related to strategic communication and public relations, leadership, health and wellness, relational and family communication, and a range of other options.

Campus

Rutgers University‑New Brunswick – College Ave (RU‑New Brunswick)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against seasonal influenza for the current flu season, unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof of vaccination (or obtain an exemption) may result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

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