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Department of Medicine: Open Rank Rheumatologist

Rutgers University

New Brunswick

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Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a BC/BE Open Rank Rheumatologist for its rapidly expanding program in New Brunswick. This full-time role involves patient care, on-call duties, and educating future healthcare professionals. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, fostering growth within a leading academic health system.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits
Employee and dependent educational benefits

Qualifications

  • Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Rheumatology.
  • Required excellent clinical and teaching skills.
  • Opportunity for focused research.

Responsibilities

  • Patient care on the inpatient consultative service and outpatient practice.
  • On-call coverage and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Skills

Teaching skills
Clinical skills
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expertise

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Department of Medicine: Open Rank Rheumatologist

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Recruitment/Posting Title Department of Medicine: Open Rank Rheumatologist

Department

Department RWJ-Medicine-Rheumatology-Meb

Salary Details

Salary Details A minimum of $158,854 as the academic base and eligible for faculty supplement..

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.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

  • 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
The Division of Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine within Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is seeking a BC/BE rheumatologist at an open rank for a full -time appointment in a rapidly growing program which is part of a multispecialty academic practice setting. Responsibilities will include: patient care on the inpatient consultative service, the outpatient practice, and

on-call coverage and teaching. Excellent clinical and teaching skills are required as instruction of medical students, residents and fellows is integral to our clinical program Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expertise would be a plus! If interested, there are opportunities for focused research as well.

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at New Brunswick is part of the RWJBarnabas Health System. The affiliation of Rutgers Health and RWJ /Barnabas Health, the largest health system in NJ, presents exciting opportunities for growth and expansion of the rheumatology program. The integrated health system (RWJBarnabas) is a $5 billion enterprise and cares for about 40% of all NJ residents.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 25FA0594

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/03/2025

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 05/15/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

MD/DO or equivalent

Certifications/Licenses

Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Rheumatology

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

The Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is comprised of approximately 150 paid and more than 300 volunteer faculty members organized into 11 divisions covering the major medical subspecialties: Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases and Hypertension; Education; Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition; Gastroenterology and Hepatology; General Internal Medicine; Hematology; Medical Oncology; Nephrology; Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine; and Rheumatology.

Statement

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Department of Medicine: Open Rank Rheumatologist Department RWJ-Medicine-Rheumatology-Meb Salary Details A minimum of $158,854 as the academic base and eligible for faculty supplement.. 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

  • 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
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary The Division of Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine within Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is seeking a BC/BE rheumatologist at an open rank for a full -time appointment in a rapidly growing program which is part of a multispecialty academic practice setting. Responsibilities will include: patient care on the inpatient consultative service, the outpatient practice, and on-call coverage and teaching. Excellent clinical and teaching skills are required as instruction of medical students, residents and fellows is integral to our clinical program Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expertise would be a plus! If interested, there are opportunities for focused research as well. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at New Brunswick is part of the RWJBarnabas Health System. The affiliation of Rutgers Health and RWJ /Barnabas Health, the largest health system in NJ, presents exciting opportunities for growth and expansion of the rheumatology program. The integrated health system (RWJBarnabas) is a $5 billion enterprise and cares for about 40% of all NJ residents.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA0594 Posting Open Date 06/03/2025 Posting Close Date 05/15/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience MD/DO or equivalent Certifications/Licenses Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Rheumatology Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview The Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is comprised of approximately 150 paid and more than 300 volunteer faculty members organized into 11 divisions covering the major medical subspecialties: Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases and Hypertension; Education; Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition; Gastroenterology and Hepatology; General Internal Medicine; Hematology; Medical Oncology; Nephrology; Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine; and Rheumatology.

Statement New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/253179 Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick 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.

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