Rutgers University
Position Information
Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rutgers University‑Newark.
Tenure‑track appointment in the broadly defined field of cellular, molecular, and developmental biology.
Appointment begins September 1, 2026. Overview
The successful candidate will contribute to research initiatives in host‑microbiome axes and/or cytoskeleton/epigenetics/developmental biology using model experimental systems.
The candidate will join a collaborative environment with access to advanced microscopy, genomic, metabolomic, proteomics, and animal facilities within Rutgers‑Newark and the Rutgers research core ecosystem.
Applicants currently in postdoctoral or assistant professor positions are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities
Develop and sustain an independent research program that advances the field and attracts extramural funding. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise students and postdocs. Participate in departmental service, faculty committees, and university activities. Mentor junior faculty, postdocs, and students in research, teaching, and career development. Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent in biology or related discipline. Record of peer‑reviewed publications and a research plan that clearly articulates future direction and funding prospects. Strong teaching record or demonstrated teaching potential. Excellent communication skills and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs; competitive retirement benefits; employee and dependent educational benefits; and life insurance coverage. Application Instructions
Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research achievements and specific aims for current or planned funding (maximum 4 pages), statement of teaching philosophy and interests (up to 1 page), and contact information for three professional references.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, visit http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement.
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Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rutgers University‑Newark.
Tenure‑track appointment in the broadly defined field of cellular, molecular, and developmental biology.
Appointment begins September 1, 2026. Overview
The successful candidate will contribute to research initiatives in host‑microbiome axes and/or cytoskeleton/epigenetics/developmental biology using model experimental systems.
The candidate will join a collaborative environment with access to advanced microscopy, genomic, metabolomic, proteomics, and animal facilities within Rutgers‑Newark and the Rutgers research core ecosystem.
Applicants currently in postdoctoral or assistant professor positions are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities
Develop and sustain an independent research program that advances the field and attracts extramural funding. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise students and postdocs. Participate in departmental service, faculty committees, and university activities. Mentor junior faculty, postdocs, and students in research, teaching, and career development. Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent in biology or related discipline. Record of peer‑reviewed publications and a research plan that clearly articulates future direction and funding prospects. Strong teaching record or demonstrated teaching potential. Excellent communication skills and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs; competitive retirement benefits; employee and dependent educational benefits; and life insurance coverage. Application Instructions
Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research achievements and specific aims for current or planned funding (maximum 4 pages), statement of teaching philosophy and interests (up to 1 page), and contact information for three professional references.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, visit http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non‑discrimination‑statement.
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