Assistant Professor

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.

Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Please see Special Instructions for more details. Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research plan covering 3 distinct projects (maximum 10 pages total: a one-page statement of teaching experience and interests and the names and contact information of at least three scientists familiar with your research achievements and teaching potential who will provide confidential letters of recommendations. Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor Department Chemistry Salary Details A minimum of $105,000. 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 Chemistry at Rutgers University-Newark invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of chemistry focused on Experimental Physical Chemistry to start September 2027. Applicants with research interests that complement existing department strengths are encouraged. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0638 Posting Open Date 08/17/2026 Posting Close Date 01/22/2027 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, at least two years of postdoctoral experience and an outstanding record of research accomplishment are required.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Placing a strong emphasis on excellence in research, Rutgers University-Newark Chemistry Department (http//chemistry/Rutgers.edu) is enjoying a period of dynamic growth with new faculty hires and the addition of research space and state-of-the-art facilities. The collegial atmosphere of the Department promotes collaborations and joint projects. The Department maintains a vibrant. highly interdisciplinary graduate program and is exceptionally well equipped for its size. Among others, it houses optical spectroscopy equipment, including an ultrafast laser pump-probe system; a Raman microscope, scanning electron and multi-mode scanning probe microscopes; single crystal and powder x-ray diffractometers; three multinuclear NMR spectrometers (including solid state capability); orbitrap and MALDI - TOF spectrometers; and a large array of polymer characterization tools ( GPC , light scattering, DSC , TGA , rheometer, DMA ).

Extensive additional shared experimental and computational resources are available within the Rutgers University system. Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research plan covering 3 distinct projects (maximum 10 pages total: a one-page statement of teaching experience and interests and the names and contact information of at least three scientists familiar with your research achievements and teaching potential who will provide confidential letters of recommendations. Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/277836 Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Teaching Philosophy Curriculum Vitae List of Professional References (contact Info) Research Statement Optional Documents 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Non-Discrimination-Statement . In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to your access to and/or your participation in the application and selection processes (for example, the online application process or interviews), please call 848-932-3973 or e-mail us . Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at [email protected] .

Rutgers University participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program . For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system (login, filling out your application, resetting your password, etc.) please contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848-932-4444 or [email protected] . To learn more about Rutgers University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion on its campuses, click here .

Copyright © 2014 , Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Contact RU-info at 732-445-info (4639) | Questions? Ask Colonel Henry or text us at 732-662