Psychology Lecturer – Summer 2026
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
Application Requirements
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Teaching Evaluations
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