Assistant /Associate Professor Neuromuscular

Rutgers University

New Brunswick (NJ)

On-site

USD 190,000 - 232,000

Full time

35 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Paid vacation and holidays
Retirement benefits
Educational benefits
Life insurance
Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Neuromuscular Neurology to contribute to clinical care of patients with neuromuscular disorders, perform electrodiagnostic tests, and participate in teaching and research within the Department of Neurology at RWJUH.

The position requires an MD with an ACGME‑accredited neurology residency, board certification or eligibility, and a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders, with NJ license eligibility.

Qualifications

  • MD with neurology specialty from an ACGME‑accredited program.
  • Board certified or eligible in neurology.
  • Fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences.
  • Eligible for New Jersey medical license.

Responsibilities

  • Care for patients with neuromuscular disorders in outpatient and hospital settings.
  • Perform electrodiagnostic tests in outpatient and hospital settings.
  • Attend consult service at RWJUH as scheduled by Chair/Division Chief.
  • Participate in night and weekend call.
  • Participate in departmental teaching, including lectures and supervision of residents.

Skills

Clinical care
Electrodiagnostic tests
Teaching residents
Night/weekend call

Education

MD
ACGME‑accredited neurology residency
Board certified or eligible in neurology
Fellowship in neuromuscular disorders
NJ medical license eligibility

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title: Assistant /Associate Professor Neuromuscular Department RWJ - Neurology

Salary Details: A minimum of $211,320

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
  • 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

Participate in clinical care of patients with neurological disorders in the sub‑specialty of Neuromuscular Disorders according to a schedule determined by the Division Chief and Chair.

The clinical activities will include outpatients and inpatients. There will also be several weeks per year of inpatient consultation services according to a schedule similar to the other full‑time Neurology faculty.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Care for patients with neuromuscular disorders in the outpatient and hospital settings
  • Perform electrodiagnostic tests in both the outpatient and hospital settings
  • Attend on the consult service at the RWJUH according to a schedule determined by the Chair or ...
  • Participate in night and weekend call
  • Participate in the educational activities of the Department including lecturing students and ... residents, and supervision of the resident clinic
  • Participate in the administrative activities of the Department
  • Participate in the clinical neuromuscular research program
  • Participate in the General Neurology clinic at RWJ and satellite clinics as needed
  • Participate in the teaching mission of RWJMS to the extent determined in consultation with the Department Chair and Division Chief. This will include teaching and mentoring fellows, teaching Neurology residents and rotating residents in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars; teaching medical students in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars or in formal lectures in the pre‑clinical setting.
  • Participate in the community service responsibilities of the department such as providing neurological care for indigent patients, teaching or advising lay community groups in the area of neurological disorders according to a schedule to be determined by the Chair and Division Chief
  • Participate in the consult rotation and the weekend call schedules
  • Attend departmental and institutional faculty/other meetings
  • Participate in administrative tasks including membership in standing or ad hoc departmental and institutional committees
  • Perform other duties as required.
Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number: 26FA0119

Posting Open Date: 02/06/2026

Posting Close Date: 01/06/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

MD Candidates must be graduates of an ACGME‑accredited neurology residency, be board certified or eligible in neurology; have completed a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences, and be eligible for a New Jersey License. Rank and track will be consistent with qualification

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/268739 Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University - 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.

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 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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