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Rowan University

Adjunct Faculty - Department of English

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 06/26/2026

Location: Glassboro, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$85,829 / year median in New Jersey

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

The Department of English at Rowan University seeks to create a pool of adjunct faculty qualified to teach general-education and English major courses in US, British, and Global Anglophone literature. We also occasionally have teaching openings in Children's Literature, Young Adult literature, American English Grammar, and other specialized major courses. Depending upon scheduling needs, adjunct faculty may teach up to two courses per semester.

Qualifications:

M.A. or Ph.D. in English or a related discipline; college-level-teaching experience preferred.

Procedure:

Please include letter of interest and CV in your online application.

Note:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor a visa for this position. In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act , and in accordance with the current MOA, Rowan University adjuncts are provided with a minimum of $2,225 per credit for all courses taught, with a maximum teaching load of 8 credits per semester and 12 credits in an academic year. Courses will be assigned to instructors by College & Department on an as-needed basis.