Lecturer in Psychology

Rutgers The State University

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Psychology Lecturer – Summer 2026

Department

Psychology

Salary Details

The minimum rate of pay for this role is $2,777 per credit. Compensation below this minimum may be provided in accordance with employment status, collective bargaining agreements, and institutional guidelines.

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including but not limited to:

  • candidate’s qualifications
  • experience and expertise
  • availability of department or grant funds to support the position

Additional considerations may include:

  • market benchmarks (if and when appropriate)
  • internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure

Rutgers is 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 Psychology at Rutgers University invites qualified applicants to serve as Summer Session Instructors for Psychology course offerings.

Instructors will teach one or more full undergraduate courses during the Summer Session, which consists of two sessions scheduled between late May and mid-August.

Responsibilities include:

  • Preparing and submitting course syllabi
  • Delivering high-quality instruction
  • Assessing student work in a timely manner
  • Holding weekly office hours
  • Responding to student emails
  • Submitting final course grades to the registrar
  • Adhering to all university policies, grade submission procedures, and deadlines

This position reports to the Department Undergraduate Director.

Position Details

  • Position Status: Part Time
  • Posting Number: 26FA0283
  • Campus: Rutgers University–New Brunswick
  • Home Location Campus: Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)
  • City: Piscataway
  • State: NJ

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates must hold a master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field; a PhD is strongly preferred.

Prior experience teaching large classes at the college level is desirable.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Experience teaching large classes

Preferred Qualifications

(Not specified)

Additional Information

Special Instructions to Applicants

(Not specified)

Application Requirements

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  • Other Document
  • Teaching Evaluations

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 of vaccination against Seasonal Influenza, unless a medical or religious exemption is granted.

Additional infection control and safety policies may apply.

Failure to provide proof of vaccination or approved exemption may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action up to termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of:

  • race
  • creed
  • color
  • national origin
  • age
  • ancestry
  • nationality
  • marital or domestic partnership status
  • sex
  • pregnancy
  • gender identity or expression
  • disability status
  • military service status
  • protected veteran status
  • sexual orientation
  • atypical cellular or blood trait
  • genetic information
  • any other category protected by law

Rutgers encourages all qualified applicants to apply.

For more information:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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