Rutgers University
Cancer Research (Assistant/Associate)
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Position Information
Title:
Cancer Research (Assistant/Associate)
Department:
Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ)
Location:
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ
Posting Number:
22FA0502 |
Open Date:
07/01/2023 |
Close Date:
01/03/2026
Position Type:
Full Time, Tenure-Track or Non‑Tenure‑Track
Salary A minimum of $126,616 for an assistant professor or $161,587 for an associate professor. The final salary offer will be determined by qualifications, experience, grant‑funding history or potential, and available department or grant funds. Market benchmarks and internal equity will also be considered to ensure fair compensation within Rutgers’ compensation structure.
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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Preferred Research Areas
Genomic Instability and Cancer Genetics
– Basic, translational, or preclinical research on DNA repair, cancer genomes, radiation therapy mechanisms, tumor–environment interactions, and cancer predisposition syndromes.
Cancer Pharmacology
– Research focused on structure‑guided drug discovery, molecular targets, mechanisms of action and resistance, and emerging modalities such as DNA‑encoded libraries, PROTACs, small molecule drug development, and therapeutic antibody engineering.
Responsibilities / Expectations Faculty will establish or support an independent, innovative, and collaborative research program addressing fundamental questions in cancer biology. Interdisciplinary and translational approaches are encouraged, with the expectation to develop collaborations with consortium faculty. Qualified candidates will also participate in teaching activities for medical students and residents, and deliver targeted lectures in their area of expertise.
Qualifications
PhD and/or MD
Outstanding academic credentials
History or strong potential for securing peer‑reviewed funding
Rank commensurate with experience
Required Documents
Cover Letter – detailing how the candidate’s work will contribute to the Rutgers Cancer Institute Mission
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research Statement
Contact information for 3 references or reference letters
Optional Documents
List of Professional References (contact information)
Other Documents (up to 4)
Contact & Application Applicants should submit the required documents via the application portal. For questions about the application process, please email
cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu . The application portal is located at
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/162743 .
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their 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, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood traits, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement .
Additional Information Pre‑employment screening and immunization requirements apply to all offers of employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption may result in rescission of the offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination. For more details regarding policies and procedures, please refer to Rutgers’ official resources.
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Cancer Research (Assistant/Associate)
Department:
Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ)
Location:
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ
Posting Number:
22FA0502 |
Open Date:
07/01/2023 |
Close Date:
01/03/2026
Position Type:
Full Time, Tenure-Track or Non‑Tenure‑Track
Salary A minimum of $126,616 for an assistant professor or $161,587 for an associate professor. The final salary offer will be determined by qualifications, experience, grant‑funding history or potential, and available department or grant funds. Market benchmarks and internal equity will also be considered to ensure fair compensation within Rutgers’ compensation structure.
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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Preferred Research Areas
Genomic Instability and Cancer Genetics
– Basic, translational, or preclinical research on DNA repair, cancer genomes, radiation therapy mechanisms, tumor–environment interactions, and cancer predisposition syndromes.
Cancer Pharmacology
– Research focused on structure‑guided drug discovery, molecular targets, mechanisms of action and resistance, and emerging modalities such as DNA‑encoded libraries, PROTACs, small molecule drug development, and therapeutic antibody engineering.
Responsibilities / Expectations Faculty will establish or support an independent, innovative, and collaborative research program addressing fundamental questions in cancer biology. Interdisciplinary and translational approaches are encouraged, with the expectation to develop collaborations with consortium faculty. Qualified candidates will also participate in teaching activities for medical students and residents, and deliver targeted lectures in their area of expertise.
Qualifications
PhD and/or MD
Outstanding academic credentials
History or strong potential for securing peer‑reviewed funding
Rank commensurate with experience
Required Documents
Cover Letter – detailing how the candidate’s work will contribute to the Rutgers Cancer Institute Mission
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research Statement
Contact information for 3 references or reference letters
Optional Documents
List of Professional References (contact information)
Other Documents (up to 4)
Contact & Application Applicants should submit the required documents via the application portal. For questions about the application process, please email
cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu . The application portal is located at
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/162743 .
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their 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, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood traits, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement .
Additional Information Pre‑employment screening and immunization requirements apply to all offers of employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption may result in rescission of the offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination. For more details regarding policies and procedures, please refer to Rutgers’ official resources.
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