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New Jersey Institute of Technology

... a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more ... If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at hr@njit.edu. Information ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for hr adjunct professor in the United States is $67.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66.83 and $69.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an HR adjunct professor?

An HR Adjunct Professor is a part-time faculty member who teaches human resources courses at a college or university. They typically have professional experience in HR and teach subjects like employment law, talent management, and organizational behavior. Adjunct professors are usually hired on a contract basis and may teach one or more courses per semester. They are responsible for delivering lectures, grading assignments, and mentoring students but may have limited involvement in department decision-making.

What are the typical responsibilities of an HR adjunct professor during a semester?

As an HR Adjunct Professor, you are responsible for preparing and delivering course lectures, facilitating discussions, and developing assignments or case studies that reflect real-world HR scenarios. You’ll typically grade student work, hold regular office hours for questions or mentoring, and stay updated on current HR trends to keep your curriculum relevant. Collaboration with full-time faculty and participation in departmental meetings can also be part of your role. Balancing teaching duties with your own professional commitments is common, as adjunct positions are often part-time. This structure allows you to bring recent industry experience directly into the classroom while fostering meaningful learning experiences for students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the HR adjunct professor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an HR Adjunct Professor, you generally need a master's or doctoral degree in human resources, business, or a related field, along with teaching experience and subject matter expertise. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), HR information systems (HRIS), and relevant industry certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR is highly valued. Strong communication, adaptability, and classroom engagement skills help you connect with diverse students and foster effective learning environments. These abilities ensure you can deliver up-to-date, practical HR knowledge while supporting student success and institutional goals.

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Infographic showing various Hr Adjunct Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,525 per year, or $67.6 per hour.

Adjunct Positions in HSS

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Hall, NY

Part-time

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Title: Adjunct Positions in HSSDepartment:Assistant to ChairReports To:Administrative CoordinatorPosition Summary:

A national leader in public STEM education, the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is one of three R1 universities in New Jersey and is located in Newark, the largest city in the state and a central hub within the New York City metropolitan area. NJIT's Department of Humanities and Social Sciences invites applications for Adjunct Instructors.

Essential Functions:

  • Teach in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences

Pre-Requisite Qualifications:

  • Candidates should have a Master's degree in closely related field. PhD preferred.

  • Key criteria for selection will include experience teaching at the university level and evidence of success working with a student population that reflects the diversity of our metropolitan region.

Compensation: $2668 per contact hour

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Range:Period Activity Grade

NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

FLSA:ExemptTime Type:Part timePay Rate:StipendAdditional Information:

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.


Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act please click here.


If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, 5th Floor, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call (973) 596-3140. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at hr@njit.edu.


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