Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor (multiple openings)

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions focused on conducting and growing an extramurally funded research program in a collaborative environment. Candidates will engage in teaching and service duties while leading interdisciplinary research initiatives in a well-resourced academic setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-doctoral research training or academic-focused industry experience required.
• Health-related research focus is essential.
• Historical evidence of extramural funding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent research program.
• Secure extramural funding to support their research.
• Mentor graduate students and post-docs.

Skills

Independent research

Collaboration

Interdisciplinary science

Mentorship

Education

PhD or DSc in STEM or health-related field

Job description

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Department

Department SHP-Dean's office-Admin

Salary Details

Salary Details A minimum of $125,000

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.

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

Rutgers is a research-intensive university with state of the art research core services and a strong research support infrastructure. Rutgers SHP , one of the top ranked schools of its kind in the nation, offers a unique and nurturing environment to conduct interdisciplinary and team-based research. The School has fostered a culture of collaboration and a strong community of support for research faculty to build their programs and to thrive. It has well established collaborations with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers Brain Health Institute, Rutgers Institute for Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases, Rutgers School of Public Health, Rutgers Medical School, Rutgers Dental School, Veteran Affairs (VA) New Jersey, etc.

We invite applications for the tenure-track faculty positions whose primary responsibility (80-90% effort) is in conducting research to grow and sustain an extramurally funded research program. A small allocation of effort is towards teaching and service (10-20% maximum). Teaching may include mentoring of graduate students and post-docs. Successful candidates will be appointed within the relevant academic department of SHP .

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 24FA0477

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Tenure track faculty must hold a PhD or DSc in STEM or health-related field, should have a minimum of 1 year of post-doctoral research training or academic-focused industry experience, and Health-related research focus. Rank is based on criteria including, but not limited to, research experience, scholarly productivity, evidence of independence, level of national and/or international impact and recognition, and history of extramural funding.

Preferred area of expertise:

Candidates should have research expertise in diverse areas, including but not limited to

• Digital Health
• Implementation Science
• Health-related AI and Data Science, Clinical and Health Informatics
• Neuro-rehabilitation, Exercise and Movement science
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Clinical Nutrition
• Behavioral, Mental Health and Rehabilitation counseling research
• Health Disparities
• Health Outcomes Research
• Clinical Trials

Successful candidates will have portfolios that will complement and strengthen SHP’s vision and mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead an independent research program
• Collaborate with others to promote interdisciplinary and team based science
• Secure extramural funding to support their research program, including the percentage of their salary allocated to research
• Disseminate their research in high quality journals and through conference presentations and other means of scholarly dissemination
• Mentor graduate students and post-docs
• Teach lessons/course in STEM or health-related field as assigned by the Department Chair, Director or Research Dean
• Mentorship of junior faculty as appropriate
• Exemplify professional conduct including ethical conduct of research, as well as collegial and respectful behavior

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Tenure track or tenured faculty members are supervised by the department head, director or research dean and may exercise supervision of professional research staff, graduate assistants or fellows, undergraduate, or student employees.

Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark/Piscataway

State

State NJ

Newark, NJ or Piscataway, NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor (multiple openings) Department SHP-Dean's office-Admin Salary Details A minimum of $125,000 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 Rutgers is a research-intensive university with state of the art research core services and a strong research support infrastructure. Rutgers SHP , one of the top ranked schools of its kind in the nation, offers a unique and nurturing environment to conduct interdisciplinary and team-based research. The School has fostered a culture of collaboration and a strong community of support for research faculty to build their programs and to thrive. It has well established collaborations with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers Brain Health Institute, Rutgers Institute for Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases, Rutgers School of Public Health, Rutgers Medical School, Rutgers Dental School, Veteran Affairs (VA) New Jersey, etc. We invite applications for the tenure-track faculty positions whose primary responsibility (80-90% effort) is in conducting research to grow and sustain an extramurally funded research program. A small allocation of effort is towards teaching and service (10-20% maximum). Teaching may include mentoring of graduate students and post-docs. Successful candidates will be appointed within the relevant academic department of SHP . Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0477 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Tenure track faculty must hold a PhD or DSc in STEM or health-related field, should have a minimum of 1 year of post-doctoral research training or academic-focused industry experience, and Health-related research focus. Rank is based on criteria including, but not limited to, research experience, scholarly productivity, evidence of independence, level of national and/or international impact and recognition, and history of extramural funding.

Preferred area of expertise:

Candidates should have research expertise in diverse areas, including but not limited to

• Digital Health
• Implementation Science
• Health-related AI and Data Science, Clinical and Health Informatics
• Neuro-rehabilitation, Exercise and Movement science
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Clinical Nutrition
• Behavioral, Mental Health and Rehabilitation counseling research
• Health Disparities
• Health Outcomes Research
• Clinical Trials

Successful candidates will have portfolios that will complement and strengthen SHP’s vision and mission. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead an independent research program
• Collaborate with others to promote interdisciplinary and team based science
• Secure extramural funding to support their research program, including the percentage of their salary allocated to research
• Disseminate their research in high quality journals and through conference presentations and other means of scholarly dissemination
• Mentor graduate students and post-docs
• Teach lessons/course in STEM or health-related field as assigned by the Department Chair, Director or Research Dean
• Mentorship of junior faculty as appropriate
• Exemplify professional conduct including ethical conduct of research, as well as collegial and respectful behavior

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Tenure track or tenured faculty members are supervised by the department head, director or research dean and may exercise supervision of professional research staff, graduate assistants or fellows, undergraduate, or student employees. Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/227249 Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark/Piscataway State NJ Location Details Newark, NJ or Piscataway, NJ 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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Posting Specific Questions

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Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

Research Statement

Optional Documents

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