Course Assistant (Course Support) – Fall 2026

Salary Details

Minimum $500.00

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

The Professional Science Master’s Program (PSM) invites applications for Course Assistants (Course Support) for the Fall 2026 term.

Successful candidates will be responsible for the following:

• Assisting faculty with their course(s) (may include traditional lecture, hybrid, and/or fully online courses); may be required to provide LMS software assistance.
• Attending all assigned course meetings (at the discretion of the faculty member teaching the course)
• Preparing course materials (i.e., syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, etc.) as directed by the faculty member
• Providing constructive feedback to students as well as critical instruction regarding student work and academic standards
• Responding to student emails and inquiries, and address student concerns
• Practice innovative educational methodology

Position Status: Part Time

Posting Open Date: 04/08/2026

Posting Close Date: 12/31/2026

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience as a teaching/course assistant.

Overview

The Master of Business & Science degree (MBS) is a degree combining the science curriculum from a traditional science master’s degree with a specialized set of business+ courses – including business, policy, and law. Our program prepares students with the necessary business acumen, entrepreneurial skills, and know-how to translate scientific and technological ideas into profitable products and services.

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

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