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Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor - Tenure-track Faculty Department SAS-DLS-Cell Bio & Neurosci Salary Annual Salary Posting Summary The Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience (CBN) at Rutgers University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level to develop an innovative research program focused on the role of non-neuronal cells in the function of the central nervous system. Research approaches may involve the use of a variety of animal or cellular models and may be directly or indirectly relevant to human diseases.
The CBN Department is part of the Division of Life Sciences (DLS) and the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) and is based on the New Brunswick/Piscataway campus, located within one hour of major cities such as New York City and Philadelphia. The CBN Department is home to an interactive, collegial faculty with broad research interests, including molecular and cellular biology, neurodevelopment, immunology, and system neuroscience. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration exist within CBN, DLS and SAS, Departments and Institutes in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School located on the same campus, as well as with research groups at the Rutgers University Newark campus or Princeton University. Rutgers University offers excellent facilities, faculty mentoring, and competitive start-up packages.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree and have a minimum of three years of postdoctoral training in a relevant field. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a productive, extramurally funded research program, to train pre- and postdoctoral fellows, and to teach undergraduate courses for the CBN major.
Rutgers University has one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and boasts several programs established to nurture equity and inclusion. These programs enhance the achievement of excellence by both faculty members and students. We encourage applications from women and members of communities who are underrepresented in the sciences and will evaluate the potential of the applicant to mentor and empower our students.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by supplying the following: 1) a curriculum vitae; 2) a brief statement of research plans; 3) a statement summarizing their approach to promoting diversity and inclusion; 4) a statement describing teaching and mentoring interests and experience; 5) the contact information of three individual who can provide letters of reference.
Applications should be submitted as soon as possible but not later than December 15, 2022. Late applications will be considered only if the position remains available.
Rutgers University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
*Contingent on availability of funding
Position Status Posting Number 22FA1038 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Outstanding applicants will hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree and have a minimum of three years of postdoctoral training in a relevant field. A strong track-record of achievement is required. The successful candidate will primarily teach undergraduate courses in the areas of cell biology, immunology, or neurobiology and maintain a productive, extramurally funded research program.
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Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://rutgers-sb.peopleadmin.com/postings/179846 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City State Location Details Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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Affirmative Action/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, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
