Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Lecturer – Knowledge & Power Course
Department
Douglass Residential College
Salary Details
Salary per Credit
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Posting Summary
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.
The course, Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women’s Leadership, is a foundational 3.0 credit Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies course required of all new students at Douglass Residential College, New Brunswick. This course helps to define the College’s community, explore resources, and build knowledge in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies. The course is offered in 27 sections across the fall and spring semesters. Instructors are an important part of the Douglass educational community and will work with a Course Director and participate in collective course planning and inclusive pedagogy workshops. The course is focused on fostering respectful engagement and intentional conversations about race, gender, sexuality, ability, and class among new first-year and transfer students enrolled in Douglass.
The course meets twice a week, each session lasting 80 minutes, during the semester.
Position Status
Part Time
Posting Number
25FA0566
Posting Open Date
05/27/2026
Posting Close Date
06/30/2026
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree and expertise in Women’s and Gender Studies or closely related field preferred.
Commitment to or experience in Women’s and Gender Studies and the status of women and gender diverse.
Demonstrated pedagogical experience in teaching practices dedicated to cultural exchange, community-building, equity and inclusion, and social justice in an increasingly complex and diverse world.
Must have three years of experience with effective teaching, mentoring, community work, or commensurate educational engagement and activities.
Applicants must be prepared to guide a leading-edge introductory experience encouraging students to address questions of privilege, difference, discrimination, and equity. Must be able to actively engage in the building of communities of belonging and foster inclusive awareness. Must be able to focus on facilitating discussions with and between students.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Position Requirements Include the Following:
Teach one section of 3.0 credit undergraduate course Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women’s Leadership.
Hold class meetings at all course times/dates.
Attend instructor training and required instructor meetings and workshops.
Meet with and advise the assigned peer mentor (Barbara Vorhees student mentor) as needed.
Meet with students enrolled in the course as needed and keep regular office hour availability.
Adhere to course, department, college, and university procedures and policies.
Statement
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Need statement of Pedagogical Philosophy, no longer than 300 words
Resume and cover letter outlining teaching experiences.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/251759
Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
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 the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or ****** orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of courses taught
Other Document
Optional Documents
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Lecturer – Knowledge & Power Course
Department
Douglass Residential College
Salary Details
Salary per Credit
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Posting Summary
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.
The course, Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women’s Leadership, is a foundational 3.0 credit Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies course required of all new students at Douglass Residential College, New Brunswick. This course helps to define the College’s community, explore resources, and build knowledge in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies. The course is offered in 27 sections across the fall and spring semesters. Instructors are an important part of the Douglass educational community and will work with a Course Director and participate in collective course planning and inclusive pedagogy workshops. The course is focused on fostering respectful engagement and intentional conversations about race, gender, sexuality, ability, and class among new first-year and transfer students enrolled in Douglass.
The course meets twice a week, each session lasting 80 minutes, during the semester.
Position Status
Part Time
Posting Number
25FA0566
Posting Open Date
05/27/2026
Posting Close Date
06/30/2026
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree and expertise in Women’s and Gender Studies or closely related field preferred.
Commitment to or experience in Women’s and Gender Studies and the status of women and gender diverse.
Demonstrated pedagogical experience in teaching practices dedicated to cultural exchange, community-building, equity and inclusion, and social justice in an increasingly complex and diverse world.
Must have three years of experience with effective teaching, mentoring, community work, or commensurate educational engagement and activities.
Applicants must be prepared to guide a leading-edge introductory experience encouraging students to address questions of privilege, difference, discrimination, and equity. Must be able to actively engage in the building of communities of belonging and foster inclusive awareness. Must be able to focus on facilitating discussions with and between students.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Position Requirements Include the Following:
Teach one section of 3.0 credit undergraduate course Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women’s Leadership.
Hold class meetings at all course times/dates.
Attend instructor training and required instructor meetings and workshops.
Meet with and advise the assigned peer mentor (Barbara Vorhees student mentor) as needed.
Meet with students enrolled in the course as needed and keep regular office hour availability.
Adhere to course, department, college, and university procedures and policies.
Statement
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Need statement of Pedagogical Philosophy, no longer than 300 words
Resume and cover letter outlining teaching experiences.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/251759
Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
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 the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or ****** orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of courses taught
Other Document
Optional Documents
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lecturer – Knowledge & Power Course position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in New Brunswick offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
