Assistant Professor – Tenure-Track Faculty

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Immunology on the New Brunswick/Piscataway campus. The appointee will develop an innovative independent research program; successful candidates will mentor students and contribute to teaching immunology at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology or related field (MD or equivalent acceptable) with at least three

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology or related field required.
• MD or equivalent degree acceptable.
• Minimum of three years of postdoctoral training in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Develop an innovative research program in Immunology using animal or cellular models.
• Teach undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory courses focused on Immunology.
• Mentor students and pre‑ and postdoctoral trainees.

Education

PhD in Immunology, Biology or related field

MD or equivalent degree

Job description

Posting Summary

Department: DLS Cell Biology & Neuroscienc

Hired Position: Assistant Professor – Tenure-Track Faculty

Position Status: Full Time

Salary: The academic year salary for an Assistant Professor will not be less than $82,110

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

Location: New Brunswick/Piscataway campus, within one hour of major cities such as New York City and Philadelphia. Campus: Nelson Biology Labs

Job Description

The Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience (CBN) at Rutgers University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to develop an innovative research program in the area of Immunology. Research approaches may involve a variety of animal or cellular models and may be directly or indirectly relevant to human diseases.

The CBN Department is part of the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) and is based on the New Brunswick/Piscataway campus, located within one hour of major cities such as New York City and Philadelphia. The CBN Department is home to a collegial faculty with broad research interests, including molecular and cellular biology, neurodevelopment, immunology, and systems neuroscience. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration exist within SAS Departments and Institutes, the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, as well as the Rutgers University Newark campus and Princeton University. Rutgers University offers excellent facilities, faculty mentoring, and competitive start‑up packages.

Located in New Jersey, Rutgers University is a premier, Research 1, public land grant institution that reflects the broad spectrum of backgrounds in the state. The School of Arts and Sciences, the largest and most comprehensive school at Rutgers University, is especially interested in candidates who can advance the goals and values expressed in the SAS Strategic Plan. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our mission of excellence.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology or a related field, M.D., or equivalent degree and have a minimum of three years of postdoctoral training in a relevant field. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a productive, extramurally funded research program, to mentor students, pre‑ and postdoctoral trainees, and to teach undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory courses focused on Immunology. Applicants with a demonstrable interest in undergraduate teaching and mentorship are especially encouraged to apply.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by supplying the following: a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a brief statement of research plans; a statement describing teaching and mentoring interests and experience; and the contact information for three individuals who can provide letters of reference. Reference letters will only be requested for short‑listed candidates.

Applications should be submitted no later than December 15, 2026. Late applications will be considered only if the position remains available.

Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Compliance & Eligibility

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.

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