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Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts & Humanities, American Studies
- Galloway, New Jersey
- School of Arts & Humanities
- Adjunct Faculty
- Opening on: Jun 16 2026
Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)
Department: School of Arts and Humanities
Salary Information: SFT Adjunct Rate $2,100 per credit
Work Hours: Varies
Brief Job Overview/Summary
The School of Arts & Humanities is expanding its pool of qualified adjunct (part-time) instructors. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that include teaching assignments during days and evenings. Services are contracted on a semester/term basis.
The American Studies Program at Stockton University is seeking applicants to teach graduate-level courses in American Studies with an emphasis in interdisciplinary and applied humanities. Area of expertise is open but may include Africana Studies, History, Literature, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology or Anthropology.
Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
The Master of Arts in American Studies Program at Stockton University seeks a qualified adjunct instructor to teach AMST 5009 – Worlds of Moby-Dick on Mondays from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, in a replacement capacity. This course is scheduled for Fall 2026 in an online synchronous modality.
The ideal candidate will be able to provide interdisciplinary context for Herman Melville's Moby-Dick, examining subjects such as freedom and slavery, consumption and commodities, nineteenth-century American religion, politics, culture, and intellectual history. Candidates will also be considered who can effectively teach a broad range of American Studies topics using diverse theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of American culture. Consideration will be given to scholarly and pedagogical approaches that support the program's commitment to applied, integrative, and interdisciplinary research in American and transnational literature, history, philosophy, politics, sociology, anthropology, and related fields.
Successful candidates may be considered for future teaching opportunities in the program.
Please visit the Stockton M.A. in American Studies website (https://stockton.edu/graduate/american-studies.html) for additional information about our program and course offerings.
Adjunct instructors are expected to:
- Teach graduate courses as scheduled
- Access student work and provide timely feedback
- Use Blackboard (the Learning Management System) to support teaching and assessment
- Support Stockton University's strong student-centered vision and mission
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of American culture, history, literature, and/or related interdisciplinary fields
- Ability to teach and mentor graduate students in discussion-based seminar settings
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary approaches to research, analysis, and interpretation
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to use instructional technologies, including learning management systems, to support student learning
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in American Studies or a related discipline
- Relevant teaching experience in the subject area at the collegiate level (or exceptional professional experience in a closely related field)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in American Studies or a related discipline
- Experience teaching graduate-level courses
- Demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship
Screening Information:
The job will be posted continuously to expand Stockton University’s pool of qualified Adjunct (part-time) instructors. Screening of applications are completed when open positions become available.
How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include the name, phone number and email of three professional references within the application in addition to the following required documents listed below. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
- A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Unofficial Graduate transcripts
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- Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, may contact Bart Musitano (ADA Coordinator and Manager for University Pensions and Benefits – Office of Human Resources) via email at Bart.Musitano@stockton.edu or by phone at (609) 652-4384.
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