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Part-time Lecturer jobs are open across higher education, community colleges, and professional training institutions, at every level from adjunct to senior lecturer, with specializations in business, liberal arts, STEM, and healthcare fields. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About the Opportunity
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University invites applications for a non-tenure track part time faculty lecturer in our Doctor of Law and Policy program on the Boston campus.
The College of Professional Studies is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs.
Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.
Responsibilities
Qualified candidates must be prepared to work with global student populations.
Courses may include: law and legal reasoning, law and policy, public policy theory and practice, research methods, or thesis development.
Teaching one or more 15-week (Fall, Spring, or Summer) hybrid courses per academic year. Courses meet online and up to two weekends per semester at the Boston campus. This appointment includes pre-term course development (including weekly readings, assignments, and multimedia lectures) and in-term commitments such as monitoring online discussion boards, general course management, grading, online presence, and face-to-face participation at monthly course sessions. We will provide training in Canvas (the online course platform).
**Courses meet online as well as up to two weekends (Fri-Sun) a semester at the Boston campus.
Qualifications
The ideal instructor will have a JD or a PhD in a relevant social science discipline, or both, and research experience. A history of successful teaching at the graduate level and experience teaching online is strongly preferred. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with doctoral-level research, adult learners, and the application of research to professional settings.
Application Materials
Applicants should submit materials including a cover letter and vitae.
Successful faculty at Northeastern will be dynamic and innovative scholars with a record of teaching excellence and a commitment to fostering belonging in the university community. Thus, strong candidates for this faculty position will have the expertise, knowledge, and skills to build their pedagogy, and curriculum in ways that reflect and enhance this commitment. Please indicate how your expertise, knowledge, and skills have prepared you to contribute to this work in your cover letter.
Please direct questions to Charles Keckler at c.keckler@northeastern.edu.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Position Type
AcademicAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Range:
The per credit rate is $2,789.42.About the Opportunity
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University invites applications for a non-tenure track part time faculty lecturer in our Doctor of Law and Policy program on the Boston campus.
The College of Professional Studies is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs.
Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.
Responsibilities
Qualified candidates must be prepared to work with global student populations.
Courses may include: law and legal reasoning, law and policy, public policy theory and practice, research methods, or thesis development.
Teaching one or more 15-week (Fall, Spring, or Summer) hybrid courses per academic year. Courses meet online and up to two weekends per semester at the Boston campus. This appointment includes pre-term course development (including weekly readings, assignments, and multimedia lectures) and in-term commitments such as monitoring online discussion boards, general course management, grading, online presence, and face-to-face participation at monthly course sessions. We will provide training in Canvas (the online course platform).
**Courses meet online as well as up to two weekends (Fri-Sun) a semester at the Boston campus.
Qualifications
The ideal instructor will have a JD or a PhD in a relevant social science discipline, or both, and research experience. A history of successful teaching at the graduate level and experience teaching online is strongly preferred. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with doctoral-level research, adult learners, and the application of research to professional settings.
Application Materials
Applicants should submit materials including a cover letter and vitae.
Successful faculty at Northeastern will be dynamic and innovative scholars with a record of teaching excellence and a commitment to fostering belonging in the university community. Thus, strong candidates for this faculty position will have the expertise, knowledge, and skills to build their pedagogy, and curriculum in ways that reflect and enhance this commitment. Please indicate how your expertise, knowledge, and skills have prepared you to contribute to this work in your cover letter.
Please direct questions to Charles Keckler at c.keckler@northeastern.edu.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Position Type
AcademicAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Range:
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Who's Hiring
- California State University, Stanislaus13
- California State University9
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley9
- University of Louisville8
- University Of Washington6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Part-time lecturer jobs.
- Master's degree or higher in the relevant academic discipline
- Prior college-level teaching experience as instructor of record
- Ability to develop course syllabi aligned with program learning outcomes
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse student populations
- Availability for scheduled class times, grading, and required office hours
Tips for Your Part-time Lecturer Job Search
Tailor your CV to each department
Hiring committees read dozens of applications, so lead with the courses you can teach rather than your research interests. List every relevant course number or title from your graduate training to show direct curriculum fit for the department's needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists part-time lecturer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing without hunting across multiple sites.
Attach a sample syllabus or course plan
Many part-time lecturer postings ask for evidence of teaching ability, not just credentials. A one-page sample syllabus for your core course shows committees exactly how you structure learning outcomes, pacing, and assessment before they commit to an interview.
Target courses with high adjunct turnover
Introductory courses in writing, math, and general education rotate frequently because full-time faculty avoid overload sections. Searching by course level rather than job title often surfaces openings that are posted and filled within weeks.
Prepare a teaching philosophy under two pages
Committees in community colleges weight practical pedagogy over theory, while research universities want evidence of scholarly grounding. Read the institution's mission statement and reflect its language in your teaching philosophy to signal genuine fit.
Negotiate load and schedule before accepting
Part-time lecturer contracts often fix compensation per credit hour, so your only real variable is the number of sections and their scheduling. Confirm course counts, classroom locations, and office-hour expectations in writing before you sign to avoid surprises at the start of term.
Part-time Lecturer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most part-time lecturers?
The companies hiring the most part-time lecturers right now include California State University, Stanislaus, California State University, and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, with the largest share of openings in California, Kentucky, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Community colleges and regional universities consistently account for the majority of part-time lecturer postings nationally.
How many part-time lecturer jobs are remote?
About 8% of part-time lecturer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, a share that has grown steadily since online program enrollment expanded. Online course sections in business, healthcare administration, and writing tend to be the sub-areas with the highest concentration of remote teaching roles.
How do you become a part-time lecturer?
Earn at least a master's degree in your intended teaching field, since most institutions require graduate-level credentials at minimum. Build a record of formal teaching, tutoring, or instructional work, assemble a CV that lists specific courses you can teach, write a concise teaching philosophy, and then apply directly to department postings at colleges and universities in your area or online.
Can you get hired as a part-time lecturer with little experience?
Yes, many community colleges and continuing education programs hire candidates whose practical industry background substitutes for classroom experience. If you have professional expertise in accounting, nursing, information technology, or a skilled trade, lead your application with that work history and propose the specific course you are qualified to teach rather than presenting yourself as a generalist.
What does the part-time lecturer interview process look like?
Most institutions start with a short phone or video screening by the department chair or dean, followed by a formal interview that often includes a brief teaching demonstration or sample lesson. Committees typically ask about your course management approach, how you handle grade disputes, and how you support students who are struggling, so prepare concrete examples from past teaching or mentoring work.
Where can I find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs?
You can find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits without needing to navigate multiple institutional websites.
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