Open Rank Faculty Position

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid leave and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University, through the Institut e for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies (INTS) in collaboration with the Rutgers School of Nursing, invites applications for one or more Open Rank Faculty positions. These roles support funded research projects and may include teaching duties, with a split of 80–90% research and 10–20% teaching.

Remote options are not indicated. The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment with INTS and the School of Nursing, with compensation and rank contingent on

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated track record in information dissemination to broad and diverse audiences via publications, presentations, and webinars.
• Experience in tobacco control or related public health fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Allocate the majority (80–90%) of effort to research at INTS, with some time for teaching, mentorship, and service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and advance the Institute's research portfolio.
• Contribute to grant applications, data analysis, and dissemination of findings.

Skills

Communication skills

Publication record

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Open Rank Faculty Position

Department: Nicotine & Tobacco Institute

Salary Details: $105,000 to $175,000

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 Rutgers Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies (INTS), in partnership with the Rutgers School of Nursing, invites applications for one or more Assistant/Associate Professor positions. The Institute is one of the nation's leading tobacco focused research centers and its faculty have received over $75 million in extramural funding over the past two decades. As one of the nation's largest, most comprehensive nursing schools, the Rutgers School of Nursing is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education, evidence-based research and health care delivery, and promotion of community health and is ranked among the nation's top 15 Nursing Schools in US News and World Report.

This open rank positions are for either non-tenure track (NTT) or tenure track. The NTT track is position is designed for early-career investigators and will primarily support ongoing funded research projects within a highly collaborative environment. Faculty will work closely with established investigators to advance the Institute's research portfolio, contributing to activities such as data analysis, manuscript preparation, and study coordination. Candidates are expected to contribute immediately to funded projects and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams across Rutgers Health.

NTT faculty may also pursue the development of an independent line of research and will have opportunities to contribute to or lead external grant applications, including as Principal Investigator, as appropriate.

For tenure-track, priority is focused on mid career applicants who have a demonstrated ability to develop and lead a program of research in tobacco treatment and cessation. Successful candidate(s) will be expected to leverage their extramural research track record and further build a robustly funded program of research at Rutgers University.

The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment with INTS and the Rutgers School of Nursing. The Institute provides office space, research infrastructure, and access to resources to support scholarly productivity and career development.

These positions contingent upon the availability of funding. While this position's primary responsibility is in conducting research (80-90% effort) to grow and sustain extramurally funded research, a small allocation of effort towards teaching at the School of Nursing (10-20%) is possible.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

26FA0739

Posting Open Date

08/30/2026

Posting Close Date

11/30/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

An earned doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, such as public health, biostatistics, health communication, public policy, health services research or degrees in nursing, medicine, or other clinical fields who have advanced research training and relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Experience in Tobacco Control is required. We are seeking candidates with exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated track record in information dissemination to broad and diverse audiences via publications, presentations, and webinars.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We are seeking candidates with post graduate research experience, a demonstrated publication track record and exceptional communication skills.

Overview

Successful candidates will devote the majority of their effort to research at INTS, with some time allocated to other duties (e.g., teaching, mentorship, and service). Salary, track, and academic rank will be commensurate with candidate's achievements and Institute priorities.

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/280020

Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Location Details: New Brunswick, New Jersey

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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