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Part time Lecturer for Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women's Leadership

Rutgers University
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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick
Jul 23, 2025
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Recruitment/Posting Title Part time Lecturer for Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women's Leadership
Department Douglass Residential College
Salary Details A minimum of $2684 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 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
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 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Rutgers University-New Brunswick took root nearly 250 years ago. We are the state's most comprehensive intellectual resource-the flagship campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, as designated by the Association of American Universities. We are the region's most high-profile public research institution and a leading national research center with a global impact.

Douglass Residential College, a part of Rutgers University - New Brunswick, is an innovative undergraduate higher education institution specifically for women.

The opportunity to teach with Douglass Residential College is an opportunity to teach within the Department of Women's and Gender Studies where the course is housed.

The course is foundation for all students at Douglass, and it is a requirement for students who enroll in the College.

Teaching with Douglass is a collaborative and meaningful experience where instructors interact with each other and with the peer mentor assigned to their courses.

Requirements include the following.

o Teach one 3.0 undergraduate courses, Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women's Leadership.
o Meet all course times/dates.
o Attend 2 required workshops, 4 required plenaries, and 1 breakfast.
o Plan and prepare lessons.
o Grade assignments within 48 hours and return the grades with comments and rubrics to students via Sakai or related platform.
o Meet with the assigned student mentor, the Barbara Voorhees Mentor, as needed.
o Meet with students enrolled in the course as needed.
o Adhere to the common syllabus. Post the syllabus on Sakai before your first class meeting.
o Adhere to course, department, college, and university procedures.
o Maintain up to date grades and records on Sakai for student access.
o Submit midterm warning grades by the published deadline.
o Submit final grades to the Assistant Dean and/or Douglass Course Director via email and to the University via REGIS 48 hours after your class ends.
o Collaborate with Douglass Residential College and the Department of Women's and Gender Studies as needed.

Multiple sections/positions.
Position Status
Posting Number 21FA0028
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date 01/07/2026
Qualifications






Minimum Education and Experience
* Master's degree and expertise in Women's and Gender Studies or closely related field
* commitment to or experience in Women's and Gender Studies and the status of women
* 2-3 years of university level teaching experience including syllabus development and community building within and beyond the classroom setting
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* This position requires at least a master's degree and expertise in Women's and Gender Studies or closely related field in order to each materials in this foundational course for Douglass Residential College. The course is housed in the Department of Women's and Gender Studies. This course is required of all Douglass students, and it is usually taken within the students' first year.
* Experience teaching in a women's college preferred. Experience working with students in a community building environment with student programming preferred. PH.D. preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
* Knowledge of online learning platforms such as Campus Labs, Sakai, Canvas, and/or Blackboard preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
* Move small boxes.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit resume and cover letter outlining teaching experiences with three references.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/124969
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)
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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.



Affirmative Action/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 sexual 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement


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