Job Title:
Assistant /Associate Professor Neuromuscular
Company: Rutgers University
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Created: 2026-04-19
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant /Associate Professor Neuromuscular Department RWJ - Neurology Salary Details A minimum of $211,320 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 Participate in clinical care of patients with neurological disorders in the sub-specialty of Neuromuscular Disorders according to a schedule determined by the Division Chief and Chair. The clinical activities will include outpatients and inpatients. There will also be several weeks per year of inpatient consultation services according to a schedule similar to the other full-time Neurology faculty. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: 1. Care for patients with neuromuscular disorders in the outpatient and hospital settings 2. Perform electrodiagnostic tests in both the outpatient and hospital settings 3. Attend on the consult service at the RWJUH according to a schedule determined by the Chair or Division Chief 4. Participate in night and weekend call 5. Participate in the educational activities of the Department including lecturing students and residents, and supervision of the resident clinic 6. Participate in the administrative activities of the Department 7. Participate in the clinical neuromuscular research program 8. Participate in the General Neurology clinic at RWJ and satellite clinics as needed 9. Participate in the teaching mission of RWJMS to the extent determined in consultation with the Department Chair and Division Chief. This will include teaching and mentoring fellows, teaching Neurology residents and rotating residents in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars; teaching medical students in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars or in formal lectures in the pre-clinical setting. 10. Participate in the community service responsibilities of the department such as providing neurological care for indigent patients, teaching or advising lay community groups in the area of neurological disorders according to a schedule to be determined by the Chair and Division Chief 11. Participate in the consult rotation and the weekend call schedules 12. Attend departmental and institutional faculty/other meetings 13. Participate in administrative tasks including membership in standing or ad hoc departmental and institutional committees 14. Perform other duties as required. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0119 Posting Open Date 02/06/2026 Posting Close Date 01/06/2027 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience MD Candidates must be graduates of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency, be board certified or eligible in neurology; have completed a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences, and be eligible for a New Jersey License. Rank and track will be consistent with qualification Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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: Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents