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Recruitment/Posting Title Lecturer School of Engineering Recurring
Department Engn - EOF Special Programs
Salary Details 2000-4000
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
Facilitate weekly classes to total 15 hours of contact time
Which includes 3 hours class time, 6 hours class material prep, 3 hours grading, 2 hours office hours, 1 hour correspondence
Schedule office hours to assist students outside of class meetings
A course syllabus should be available for the first class
Assign grades and submit them within 48 hours of the last class
Continuously update PDE supervisor on course progress
Provide feedback on course improvements
Position Status Part Time
Posting Number 26FA0202
Posting Open Date 11/24/2025
Posting Close Date 08/10/2026
Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Statement
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/270402
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
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 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 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
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
Position Details
Recruitment/Posting Title Lecturer School of Engineering Recurring
Department Engn - EOF Special Programs
Salary Details 2000-4000
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
Facilitate weekly classes to total 15 hours of contact time
Which includes 3 hours class time, 6 hours class material prep, 3 hours grading, 2 hours office hours, 1 hour correspondence
Schedule office hours to assist students outside of class meetings
A course syllabus should be available for the first class
Assign grades and submit them within 48 hours of the last class
Continuously update PDE supervisor on course progress
Provide feedback on course improvements
Position Status Part Time
Posting Number 26FA0202
Posting Open Date 11/24/2025
Posting Close Date 08/10/2026
Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Statement
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/270402
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
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 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 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
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Professor
Document your degree equivalency early
If your doctorate or master's degree is from a non-U.S. institution, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. USCIS scrutinizes foreign academic credentials during I-140 review, and delays here can stall your entire petition.
Target universities with established PERM filing histories
Large research universities and land-grant institutions sponsor foreign faculty far more routinely than small liberal arts colleges. Search Migrate Mate to filter Professor roles by employers with active green card sponsorship, so you're applying where the infrastructure already exists.
Understand the special handling PERM route for faculty
Many tenure-track Professor roles qualify for DOL's special handling recruitment rules, which substitute a competitive faculty search for the standard PERM advertising requirements. Confirm with your prospective employer whether the position was posted through a national professional journal or conference recruitment, since that documentation forms the backbone of the PERM filing.
Negotiate sponsorship commitment before signing your offer
Ask the department chair or HR office directly whether the institution will cover PERM and I-140 filing costs and whether they have a timeline for initiating sponsorship after your start date. Getting this in writing protects you if HR personnel change before your petition is filed.
Check prevailing wage requirements for your academic rank
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your exact position and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific Professor title and institution's county before finalizing your offer, not after.
Align your O*NET occupation code with your actual duties
Your PERM labor certification must list an O*NET occupation code that accurately reflects your teaching and research responsibilities. A mismatch between your stated duties and the occupation code is a common audit trigger, so review the O*NET profile for postsecondary teachers in your discipline before your employer files.
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Find Professor JobsProfessor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Professor roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most tenure-track and full-time Professor positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because they require a doctorate or equivalent advanced degree. Adjunct or visiting faculty roles with lower degree requirements may fall under EB-3 instead. Your employer's immigration counsel will determine the correct preference category based on the position's minimum requirements, not your personal qualifications.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for faculty?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary, capped at six years without an approved I-140, and subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap at the petition stage. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to a year before your employer can even file the I-140 petition.
What is the special handling PERM rule and how does it benefit Professor applicants?
DOL allows universities to satisfy PERM recruitment requirements through a competitive faculty search process rather than standard job advertising, provided the search included a national professional journal or conference posting. This special handling route is faster and less administratively burdensome than regular PERM, and most research university HR offices are familiar with it for tenure-track hires.
How can I find Professor jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search Professor roles specifically filtered by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on institutions that have already navigated the PERM process for faculty. Generic job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor permanent residency and those who only offer H-1B or no sponsorship at all.
Can I change institutions after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Changing employers generally requires restarting the PERM process from scratch because the labor certification is tied to the specific position and employer, not to you personally. Once your I-140 is approved and you've been in the preference queue for 180 days, AC21 portability may let you move to a similar role without losing your priority date, but faculty immigration counsel should review your specific case.
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