Associate Research Professor, School of Pharmacy

Rutgers University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University seeks an Associate Research Professor in the School of Pharmacy, focusing on teaching and research in pathophysiology and histology. The role involves coordinating lectures, mentoring students, and managing a histology core facility.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in histopathological research with a strong publication record.
• Experience mentoring graduate students and teaching in toxicology and pathology courses.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide lectures in pathophysiology, histology, and toxicologic pathology.
• Oversee operations of an academic histology core facility.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

DVM, MD or PhD with board certification in anatomic pathology

Job description

Associate Research Professor, School of Pharmacy

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Recruitment/Posting Title Associate Research Professor, School of Pharmacy

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Rutgers University invites applications for a Research Associate Professor position with expertise in anatomic pathology and a strong emphasis on teaching, research, and collaborative support in the fields of pathophysiology, histology, and toxicologic pathology. This is a full-time, non-tenure track academic position with responsibilities for instruction, research collaboration, and oversight of a histology core facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and provide lectures in courses spanning pathophysiology, histology, and toxicologic pathology for professional pharmacy and graduate students.
• Collaborate with faculty in the design of preclinical safety studies, particularly involving histopathologic evaluation.
• Provide histopathological analysis, interpretation, incidence and severity scoring for ongoing research projects.
• Consultation services to faculty on regulatory submissions and replies for preclinical toxicology and safety assessment of new molecular entities and medical devices.
• Serve on graduate student thesis committees and participate in student mentoring.
• Oversee the operations and development of an academic histology core facility, including supervising technical staff and supporting the histological needs of multiple laboratories.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 25FA0530

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/19/2025

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Qualifications:

• DVM , MD or PhD with board certification in anatomic pathology (e.g., ACVP , ECVP , CAP or ESP ).
• Demonstrated excellence in histopathological research, including a strong publication record across diverse experimental models.
• Proven track record of successful academic and industry collaborations in the areas of toxicologic pathology or drug safety.
• Experience mentoring graduate students and teaching in toxicology and pathology courses.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, interdisciplinary mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in GLP -compliant study design and/or regulatory submissions for investigational new drugs (INDs) and medical devices.
• Experience managing histology core facility.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Statement

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both academic instruction and translational research in a collegial and interdisciplinary environment. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please upload a cover letter, full CV, and list of 3 references.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Associate Research Professor, School of Pharmacy Department Pharm-Pharmacology&Toxicology Salary Commensurate With Experience Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Rutgers University invites applications for a Research Associate Professor position with expertise in anatomic pathology and a strong emphasis on teaching, research, and collaborative support in the fields of pathophysiology, histology, and toxicologic pathology. This is a full-time, non-tenure track academic position with responsibilities for instruction, research collaboration, and oversight of a histology core facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and provide lectures in courses spanning pathophysiology, histology, and toxicologic pathology for professional pharmacy and graduate students.
• Collaborate with faculty in the design of preclinical safety studies, particularly involving histopathologic evaluation.
• Provide histopathological analysis, interpretation, incidence and severity scoring for ongoing research projects.
• Consultation services to faculty on regulatory submissions and replies for preclinical toxicology and safety assessment of new molecular entities and medical devices.
• Serve on graduate student thesis committees and participate in student mentoring.
• Oversee the operations and development of an academic histology core facility, including supervising technical staff and supporting the histological needs of multiple laboratories.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA0530 Posting Open Date 05/19/2025 Posting Close Date Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Qualifications:

• DVM , MD or PhD with board certification in anatomic pathology (e.g., ACVP , ECVP , CAP or ESP ).
• Demonstrated excellence in histopathological research, including a strong publication record across diverse experimental models.
• Proven track record of successful academic and industry collaborations in the areas of toxicologic pathology or drug safety.
• Experience mentoring graduate students and teaching in toxicology and pathology courses.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, interdisciplinary mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in GLP -compliant study design and/or regulatory submissions for investigational new drugs (INDs) and medical devices.
• Experience managing histology core facility.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both academic instruction and translational research in a collegial and interdisciplinary environment. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Please upload a cover letter, full CV, and list of 3 references. Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/250925 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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