Rutgers University
Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Faculty
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Faculty
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Recruitment/Posting Title: Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Faculty
Department
Salary Details: $82,110 minimum
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
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs
Position Overview The Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is inviting applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The position requires a doctoral degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field by the appointment date (9/1/2026). The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate students and leading a creative research program in the area of
Computational and Structural Biology . Applicants whose interests involve the application of machine learning (AI) approaches to protein structure prediction and analysis – particularly with a focus on problems of broad biochemical, molecular biological, cell biological, and/or genetics interest – are especially encouraged to apply. The research program of the new faculty member will complement existing departmental strengths in gene regulation, epigenetics, DNA damage and repair, cancer, aging, metabolism, circadian rhythms, neurobiology, membrane trafficking, cell signaling, and development.
The MBB Department is part of an expanding academic program within the Division of Life Sciences (DLS) on the Rutgers Busch Campus. Related research institutes on the Busch campus include the Center for Integrated Proteomics Research (CIPR), the RCSB Protein Data Bank (PDB), the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM), the Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine (IQB), and the Waksman Institute. In addition to departments in DLS, other key collaboration opportunities can be found on the Busch campus in the departments of Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and Computer Science. Faculty members also work closely with departments and institutes on the nearby New Brunswick, NJ, campus of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), including the Cancer Institute of New Jersey and the Child Health Institute of New Jersey. Regarding graduate studies, MBB is part of a strong interdepartmental, cross-disciplinary graduate program in Molecular Biosciences. The location of these Rutgers campuses is within one hour of New York and Philadelphia, in a highly desirable suburban area.
The position is highly competitive with regard to start‑up funds, resources, and salary. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting the following materials: 1-page cover letter, Curriculum vitae, 2‑3 page statement of research accomplishments and plans, 1‑2 page statement of teaching experience and philosophy, contact information for three scientists who can provide letters of reference, and 1-page statement discussing your past and/or potential contributions to training students and collaborating with colleagues from a broad range of backgrounds.
Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably before
October 31, 2025 .
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field by the appointment date (9/1/2026).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate students and leading a creative research program in the area of
Computational and Structural Biology .
Equal Employment Opportunity It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, or any other category protected by law. We prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class in all terms and conditions of employment.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment commences during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted a medical or religious exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption will result in rescission of the offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Applicant Support For ADA accommodations, please call 848‑932‑4444 or email us. For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system, contact ROCS Help Desk at 848‑932‑4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
For further information on Rutgers University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit the university’s resources.
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Recruitment/Posting Title: Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Faculty
Department
Salary Details: $82,110 minimum
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
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs
Position Overview The Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is inviting applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The position requires a doctoral degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field by the appointment date (9/1/2026). The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate students and leading a creative research program in the area of
Computational and Structural Biology . Applicants whose interests involve the application of machine learning (AI) approaches to protein structure prediction and analysis – particularly with a focus on problems of broad biochemical, molecular biological, cell biological, and/or genetics interest – are especially encouraged to apply. The research program of the new faculty member will complement existing departmental strengths in gene regulation, epigenetics, DNA damage and repair, cancer, aging, metabolism, circadian rhythms, neurobiology, membrane trafficking, cell signaling, and development.
The MBB Department is part of an expanding academic program within the Division of Life Sciences (DLS) on the Rutgers Busch Campus. Related research institutes on the Busch campus include the Center for Integrated Proteomics Research (CIPR), the RCSB Protein Data Bank (PDB), the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM), the Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine (IQB), and the Waksman Institute. In addition to departments in DLS, other key collaboration opportunities can be found on the Busch campus in the departments of Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and Computer Science. Faculty members also work closely with departments and institutes on the nearby New Brunswick, NJ, campus of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), including the Cancer Institute of New Jersey and the Child Health Institute of New Jersey. Regarding graduate studies, MBB is part of a strong interdepartmental, cross-disciplinary graduate program in Molecular Biosciences. The location of these Rutgers campuses is within one hour of New York and Philadelphia, in a highly desirable suburban area.
The position is highly competitive with regard to start‑up funds, resources, and salary. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting the following materials: 1-page cover letter, Curriculum vitae, 2‑3 page statement of research accomplishments and plans, 1‑2 page statement of teaching experience and philosophy, contact information for three scientists who can provide letters of reference, and 1-page statement discussing your past and/or potential contributions to training students and collaborating with colleagues from a broad range of backgrounds.
Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably before
October 31, 2025 .
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field by the appointment date (9/1/2026).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate students and leading a creative research program in the area of
Computational and Structural Biology .
Equal Employment Opportunity It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, or any other category protected by law. We prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class in all terms and conditions of employment.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment commences during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted a medical or religious exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption will result in rescission of the offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Applicant Support For ADA accommodations, please call 848‑932‑4444 or email us. For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system, contact ROCS Help Desk at 848‑932‑4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
For further information on Rutgers University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit the university’s resources.
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