Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
School of Public Health - Assistant or Associate Professor - Department of Biostatistics & Epidemiology |
| Department |
SPH-Biostatistics |
| Salary Details |
Minimum of $114,622 for Assistant Professor; minimum of $134,926 for Associate Professor. |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Posting Summary |
The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at Rutgers School of Public Health invites applications for a tenure/tenure-track faculty position in biostatistics at the assistant or associate professor level.
Successful applicants will be expected to develop and sustain an extramurally funded research program, collaborate with other health researchers, contribute to our teaching mission, and mentor
MPH and doctoral students.
The ideal candidate will enhance our biostatistical core and complement or deepen our current department strengths, including, but not limited to: Bayesian methods, big data, causal inference, clinical trials, machine learning, mobile health data, real world evidence, survival analysis. We are especially interested in candidates who work at the intersection of biostatistics and computer science, particularly on AI methods and applications in public health.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The individual will develop and lead an extramurally funded research program in the theory, methods, and/or applications of statistics in health-related fields. Additionally, they will develop collaborations with public health and/or clinician scientists and enhance these projects using innovative designs and methods. The faculty member will teach graduate level courses and advise master's and doctoral students.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0933 |
| Posting Open Date |
10/03/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
07/01/2026 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Experience in developing and implementing novel statistical methods, experience collaborating with health scientists, and a passion for teaching and mentoring. At the Associate Professor level, candidates are expected to have a track record of extramurally funded research in statistical methodology and applications.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
An extramurally funded research program in area of particular interest for the
SPH, including public health AI. |
| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Overview |
Why Rutgers School of Public Health?
Our mission is to advance health and well-being and prevent disease locally, nationally, and globally by preparing students as public health leaders, scholars, and practitioners; conducting public health research and scholarship; engaging collaboratively with communities; and advocating for policies, programs, and services with a focus on equity and social justice.
At
Rutgers School of Public Health, you will find a collaborative environment with a diverse range of experts and resources across the school,
Rutgers Health, and the wider
Rutgers University community.
Appointments will be made in an appropriate department within the School of Public Health, which has locations in Newark and New Brunswick. We offer multiple master's and doctoral degrees, dual-degree, certificate, and articulated BA/BS-
MPH degree programs. We also offer robust online and global programming, with partnerships in China, Greece, Italy, and Tanzania. Under the leadership of Dean Perry N. Halkitis, the
CEPH-accredited Rutgers School of Public Health continues to pursue dynamic and transformative growth.
Join us in our mission to advance public health and make a meaningful impact on communities locally and globally. |
| Statement |
Rutgers School of Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from individuals who contribute to the diversity of our academic community. |
Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
To apply, please submit:
* Cover letter addressing candidate's qualifications
* Research statement
* Curriculum vitae (with clear indication of extramural grants, role on these grants, funding source and amount)
* Names of three (3) references
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/261060 |
| Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Piscataway (RBHS) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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