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Assistant Professor in Immunology

Develop an innovative research program in immunology at Rutgers University.

Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in immunology or biology with a strong publication record and a commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey · Piscataway, United States · R3 · Established researcher
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This is a faculty position — not a PhD studentship.Tenure-track
Deadline
Until filled
rolling
Funding
Salaried
$82.1k/yr
Start date
Fall 2027
Full-time
Location
Piscataway
United States

Overview

The Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience at Rutgers University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in immunology. The successful candidate will establish an independent, extramurally funded research program using animal or cellular models relevant to human diseases. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring student and postdoctoral trainees, and engaging in collaborative research across the university. Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree with substantial postdoctoral training.

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What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain an innovative, extramurally funded independent research program in immunology.
  • Teach undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory courses focused on immunology.
  • Mentor undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral trainees.
  • Collaborate with faculty across departmental and institutional boundaries.
  • Participate in departmental service and university governance.

Requirements

Degree required: Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology or a related field, M.D., or equivalent degree

Language: English

Instruction: English

Publications: A strong publication record appropriate for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

Required skills
  • Minimum of three years of postdoctoral training in immunology or a relevant field
  • Demonstrated track record of productive research and publication
  • Ability to secure extramural research funding
  • Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship
Nice to have
Experience with animal or cellular models of human diseaseDemonstrable interest in innovative undergraduate teaching methodsInterdisciplinary collaboration experience
Eligibility
  • Must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree
  • Must have completed at least three years of relevant postdoctoral training

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
$82.1k/yr
Duration
Tenure-track appointment
Programme
Rutgers University
Rutgers University

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-12-15 · open until filled

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three references through the online portal.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Research statement
  • Teaching and mentoring statement
  • 3 reference letters
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Lab
Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
United States
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