Fall 2026 Adjunct for Environmental Studies

About the role

The College of New Jersey's Environmental Studies program is seeking a dynamic adjunct instructor to teach one section of ENV 200: Introduction to Environmental Studies in Fall 2026 (August 22 to December 12, 2026).

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of ENV 200: Introduction to Environmental Studies
• Provide an introductory level of familiarity with a range of disciplines, including ecology, environmental science, policy, economics, ethics, and social justice.
• Develop, compare, and integrate key concepts and methods from multiple disciplinary perspectives.
• Apply concepts and methods to specific environmental issues and topics, including an applied, community-engaged learning project.
• Teach Mondays and Thursdays, 3:30pm-4:50pm, in person on TCNJ campus in Ewing, NJ with a maximum enrollment of 34 students.

Requirements

• A M.A. degree in Environmental Studies and prior college-level teaching experience with introductory courses in Environmental Studies/Science OR a specialization in Environmental Studies/Science and experience teaching college students.
• Ph.D. or ABD preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to commute to TCNJ’s campus in Ewing, NJ.
• Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

These courses will be offered in person at TCNJ's campus in Ewing, NJ. Only those candidates within a reasonable distance will be considered.

Pay

Adjunct Rate per Faculty Weighted Hours (FWH) - $7,635.00

Schedule

Mondays and Thursdays, 3:30pm-4:50pm, in person on TCNJ campus in Ewing, NJ

Contact Information

To apply, please submit cv, letter of interest/teaching statement, and course evaluations if available. Note: These courses will be offered in person at TCNJ's campus in Ewing, NJ. Only those candidates within a reasonable distance will be considered. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.