"Adjunct Faculty, Department of Environmental and Sustainability Sciences"

Position Overview

The Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology, Department of Environmental and Sustainability Sciences seeks Adjunct Faculty to teach Environmental Science courses including Meteorology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, and Geography in-person at the Union or Kean Ocean campus. Courses may have a lab component.

All adjunct positions are non-tenure track. They require a master's degree in a related field and teaching experience unless otherwise indicated; candidates with an ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D. or other acceptable disciplinary doctorate are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent with University guidelines.

Adjunct faculty teaching one three (3) or four (4) credit class shall provide at least one (1) hour of availability outside of the classroom per week... [full details on office hours].

Compensation

Kean University Adjuncts are paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement:
Effective September 2024: $1,975 per credit
Effective September 2025: $2,100 per credit
Effective September 2026: $2,225 per credit
Beginning in their 13th semester taught, Adjuncts receive an additional $75 per credit.

Adjuncts are enrolled in a state administered retirement plan, when eligible, and may be eligible to enroll in the Part-Time State Health Benefits Program for medical and prescription drug coverage. Health Coverage for Adjuncts.

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter (indicating availability for days, evenings or weekends and preferred campus location), resume and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and be on-going. Official transcripts are required before appointment.

Note: Adjunct faculty positions at Kean University are filled on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted if, and when, there is an available opening or possible future opening.

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