Department of Medicine: Physician Scientist/Investigator (Infectious Diseases)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 144,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Physician Scientist/Investigator in Infectious Diseases to develop research projects and teach medical residents. Candidates should hold a PhD and be board eligible in Internal Medicine or Infectious Disease. This full-time position offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Infectious Disease.
• Experience in developing research programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop a clinical/translational/basic science program.
• Teach residents and infectious diseases fellows research skills.
• Manage inpatient and outpatient services.

Skills

Research Skills

Clinical Skills

Teaching

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Department of Medicine: Physician Scientist/Investigator (Infectious Diseases)

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Recruitment/Posting Title Department of Medicine: Physician Scientist/Investigator (Infectious Diseases)

Department

Department RWJ-Medicine-Infectious Diseases

Salary Details

Salary Details A minimum of $144413

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 Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS ), New Brunswick, NJ, is seeking physician-scientists and investigators with an interest in infectious diseases to join the Division at the rank of Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Medicine.

The faculty member will develop a clinical/translational/or basic science program and will have responsibilities teaching residents and infectious diseases fellows research skills. Physician-scientists will also have roles on the inpatient and outpatient infectious diseases services teaching residents and infectious diseases fellows. We are growing a strong basic and translational research group with a focus on a wide range of infectious diseases. The larger scientific environment at Rutgers is outstanding.

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 infectious disease 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 25FA0100

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 01/29/2025

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 01/23/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

PhD or equivalent

Certifications/Licenses

Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Infectious Disease

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: Physician Scientist/Investigator (Infectious Diseases) Department RWJ-Medicine-Infectious Diseases Salary Details A minimum of $144413 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 Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS ), New Brunswick, NJ, is seeking physician-scientists and investigators with an interest in infectious diseases to join the Division at the rank of Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Medicine.

The faculty member will develop a clinical/translational/or basic science program and will have responsibilities teaching residents and infectious diseases fellows research skills. Physician-scientists will also have roles on the inpatient and outpatient infectious diseases services teaching residents and infectious diseases fellows. We are growing a strong basic and translational research group with a focus on a wide range of infectious diseases. The larger scientific environment at Rutgers is outstanding.

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 infectious disease 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 25FA0100 Posting Open Date 01/29/2025 Posting Close Date 01/23/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience PhD or equivalent Certifications/Licenses Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Infectious Disease 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/244120 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

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