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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Assistant Professor
Department
CMBN
Salary Details
A minimum of $82,110.
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 Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) at Rutgers University-Newark invites outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field and have completed at least two years of postdoctoral training by the time of appointment.
We seek an innovative scholar conducting hypothesis-driven research on brain structure and function across development, using rigorous experimental approaches in human populations. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, neural substrates of early language acquisition, neurodevelopmental disorders, executive control, sensory-motor integration, learning and memory, and emotional regulation.
The successful candidate will establish and maintain an externally funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate neuroscience courses, and mentor Ph.D. students in the Rutgers Graduate Program in Neuroscience. CMBN offers a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment within a vibrant urban campus.
Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.
Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
25FA1011
Posting Open Date
10/20/2025
Posting Close Date
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience or a related field and completed at least two years of postdoctoral training.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to conducting research that breaks new ground, to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence, and to providing services, solutions, and clinical care that help individuals and the local, national, and global communities where they live.
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Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should apply as soon as possible by submitting a cover letter indicating why they are a good fit for CMBN, the names and contact information of 3 references, a curriculum vitae, and a research statement.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/261786
Campus
Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University-Newark
City
Newark
State
NJ
Location Details
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