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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for visiting assistant professor in Edison, NJ is $82,879.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,100.00 and $94,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Visiting Assistant Professors often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to a new institution's culture, balancing teaching loads with research expectations, and building relationships within a limited timeframe. Navigating unfamiliar administrative processes and integrating into established departmental communities can also pose difficulties. To address these, it's helpful to proactively seek mentorship from permanent faculty, participate in departmental meetings and events, and prioritize clear communication with both students and colleagues. Taking initiative in engaging with the academic community can make the transition smoother and enhance professional development during the appointment.

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To thrive as a Visiting Assistant Professor, you need a terminal degree (such as a PhD) in your discipline, demonstrated teaching ability, and a track record of scholarly research. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and academic publishing platforms is often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills help you engage students and work effectively with colleagues. These competencies are essential for delivering quality education, contributing to departmental goals, and navigating the temporary and varied nature of visiting academic appointments.

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A Visiting Assistant Professor is a temporary faculty member at a college or university, typically hired for a limited-term appointment (often one to three years). They are usually early-career scholars or recent Ph.D. graduates who teach courses, conduct research, and participate in academic service. Unlike tenure-track professors, their positions are not permanent, and they may be filling in for faculty on leave or helping to meet short-term teaching needs. These roles can provide valuable experience and may serve as a stepping stone to more permanent academic positions.
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Infographic showing various Visiting Assistant Professor job openings in Edison, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,879 per year, or $39.8 per hour.

Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) - Elisabeth Haub School of Law

Pace University

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description
The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University seeks applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) beginning academic year 2027-2028. The VAP will hold a one-year appointment, renewable for a second one-year term. The appointment is designed to mentor and train future law professors and prepare them for the law school teaching market. We are seeking candidates who are interested in teaching and scholarship across all areas of law.
The VAP will have a teaching load of one course per semester and the opportunity to focus on scholarly research and writing. The VAP will receive the same office and administrative support as other faculty members, is invited to participate fully in faculty activities, and will receive a travel and research budget. The VAP will receive feedback and mentoring from faculty members and will present a work-in-progress to the faculty at our weekly scholarly colloquium. Pace VAPs have had excellent success on the tenure-track teaching market, with recent VAPs all finding tenure-track law school faculty positions, including at top-50 ranked law schools.
Haub School of Law at Pace University is committed to increasing the diversity of the legal academy, and Pace is committed to achieving equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Applications are encouraged from people of color, individuals of varied sexual and affectional orientations, individuals who are differently abled, veterans of the armed forces or national service, and anyone whose background and experience will contribute to the diversity of the law school.
Applicants should submit:
Cover letter (discussing qualifications and interests)
Curriculum Vitae (that lists three references and law school courses the candidate would be interested in teaching)
Law school transcript
One published scholarly article or an unpublished paper draft or prospectus that reflects the candidate's scholarly interests and potential
If you would like to be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor for Fall 2027, please upload your application materials and email to Imre Szalai (iszalai@law.pace.edu) and Taylor Quinn (tquinn@law.pace.edu). Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applications will be accepted and considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Requirements
Requirements
-Appropriate level of education based on rank
-Prior teaching experience at the higher education level preferred
-Excellent communication and presentation skills
Applicants should submit:
Cover letter (discussing qualifications and interests)
Curriculum Vitae (that lists three references and law school courses the candidate would be interested in teaching)
Law school transcript
One published scholarly article or an unpublished paper draft or prospectus that reflects the candidate's scholarly interests and potential
If you would like to be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor for Fall 2027, please upload your application materials and email to Imre Szalai (iszalai@law.pace.edu) and Taylor Quinn (tquinn@law.pace.edu). Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applications will be accepted and considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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Pace has always prioritized student success. A century ago, that meant propelling people to new highs in practical business careers. Our educational model is still real-world—but today Pace offers unbeatable opportunity to ambitious students at every level, in dozens of disciplines, and on three campuses. Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. We are at the forefront of creating opportunity and that mission is expressed in our motto: Opportunitas.

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