Adjunct, Sociology bei Drew University

Adjunct Instructor, Sociology (Spring 2026), Part-Time

Drew University’s Department of Sociology is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach two (2) in-person daytime courses in Sociology. Specifically, we are looking for someone to teach an introductory course in Sociology as well as an intermediate or upper-level elective during the Spring 2026 semester (January 21 – May 13).

The Sociology Department is a collegial environment and attentive to issues of theoretical pluralism and diversity in our curriculum, student body, and faculty. 

Course Details: 

On a part-time basis, Adjunct Instructors serve as primary instructor for introductory, intermediate, and upper-level courses. Hold office hours, attend required meetings, and review and respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Office environment / no specific physical demands or lifting requirements.

Schedule: 

To be determined but between the hours of 9:00am – 4:00pm

Format: 

In-person instruction on Drew's Madison, New Jersey campus. 

Required Education and Experience:

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in the relevant field or closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education.

Compensation:

$4,500 per 4-credit course

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, you must create a profile and submit the following materials through the Drew Job Portal:

• Cover letter indicating your area of expertise and teaching interests
• CV/Resume
• List of courses previously taught (if applicable)
• Contact information for 2 professional references

Application review will be conducted on a rolling basis when departments and programs have an anticipated need.

About Drew University:

About Drew University

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, Drew Theological School, and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

Drew’s one-of-a-kind, leading-edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch, ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé—guaranteed. Drew’s unique, immersive learning experiences include professionally mentored scientific research in RISE and DSSI, volunteer and community-based opportunities through the Center for Civic Engagement, making industry connections in seven semesters in New York City, and exploring the world through eye-opening international study abroad trips.

Drew University’s two graduate schools, Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies, confer 10 master’s and four doctoral degrees. Numerous certificate programs are also available. All programs are based on Drew’s renowned commitment to faculty-student mentorship, opportunities for out-of-the-classroom experiential learning, and facilitating a robust intellectual and global community, with many programs offered in hybrid or fully online modalities.

To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following federal and state requirements, a candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected for hire.  These positions are subject to a background check.