Rutgers University
Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Assistant Teaching Professor
Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
Non‑Tenure Track Faculty – Assistant Teaching Professor
The Rutgers Center for Cognitive Science (RuCCS) invites applications for a renewable, academic‑year appointment beginning September 1, 2026. The position carries a teaching load of six undergraduate courses per year (three per semester). Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in cognitive science. Collaborate with faculty from Anthropology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology to promote interdisciplinary learning. Develop and revise curricula, assessments, and instructional materials. Participate in faculty meetings, departmental committees, and program development. Engage in scholarly activities that support the mission of RuCCS, including outreach, conferences, and publication as appropriate. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Cognitive Science or a related discipline. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and curriculum development. Strong record of teaching evaluations or comparable evidence of teaching effectiveness. Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to a diverse academic community. Compensation and Benefits
Salary for an assistant professor is not less than $82,110 annually, in accordance with the institution’s collective bargaining agreement. The offered salary may be adjusted based on qualifications, experience, and available funding. Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and other leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined‑contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter Personal Statement Teaching Philosophy (≤ 2 pages) Three letters of reference Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For more information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at https://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement.
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The Rutgers Center for Cognitive Science (RuCCS) invites applications for a renewable, academic‑year appointment beginning September 1, 2026. The position carries a teaching load of six undergraduate courses per year (three per semester). Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in cognitive science. Collaborate with faculty from Anthropology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology to promote interdisciplinary learning. Develop and revise curricula, assessments, and instructional materials. Participate in faculty meetings, departmental committees, and program development. Engage in scholarly activities that support the mission of RuCCS, including outreach, conferences, and publication as appropriate. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Cognitive Science or a related discipline. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and curriculum development. Strong record of teaching evaluations or comparable evidence of teaching effectiveness. Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to a diverse academic community. Compensation and Benefits
Salary for an assistant professor is not less than $82,110 annually, in accordance with the institution’s collective bargaining agreement. The offered salary may be adjusted based on qualifications, experience, and available funding. Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and other leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined‑contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter Personal Statement Teaching Philosophy (≤ 2 pages) Three letters of reference Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For more information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at https://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement.
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