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Tenure Track PhD Scientist

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Feb 18, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Tenure Track PhD Scientist
Department	RWJ - Medicine Chairman
Salary Details	A minimum base salary of $114,622
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	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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
Posting Summary	The Department of Medicine is seeking multiple full-time, tenure-track PhD scientists across all divisions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level to strengthen its basic and translational research mission. This is a research-focused position with no clinical responsibilities. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program; publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals; and contribute to the intellectual environment through mentorship of trainees and collaboration across departments and disciplines. The faculty member will participate in graduate and postdoctoral training, scholarly activities, and appropriate departmental service consistent with rank. Candidates must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline and demonstrate a strong record of research productivity with clear potential for sustained extramural funding.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	26FA0147
Posting Open Date	02/18/2026
Posting Close Date	02/17/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	PhD or equivalent
Certifications/Licenses	N/A
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	We have several openings in different research areas.
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/269389
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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