Non-Tenure Track Faculty

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Assistant Teaching Professor Department SAS-Ctr for Cognitive Sciences Salary Details The academic year salary for an assistant professor will not be less than $82,110, based on the most recent collective bargaining agreement between the faculty union (AAUP-AFT) and Rutgers University. 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 Rutgers Center for Cognitive Science (RuCCS, https://ruccs.rutgers.edu/.) in the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University-New Brunswick invites applications for a Non-Tenure Track Assistant Teaching Professor position starting September 1, 2026. This is a renewable academic year appointment with a teaching load of six courses per year (three per semester).

We are seeking candidates with interdisciplinary expertise in cognitive science to join our vibrant teacher-scholar community. Candidates must have a PhD in Cognitive Science or related field. We welcome candidates who demonstrate a strong record of excellence in undergraduate teaching and curriculum development. As an Assistant Teaching Professor, the candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the field of Cognitive Science and collaborate with faculty from diverse disciplines including Anthropology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology, contributing to the interdisciplinary nature at RuCCS.

The successful candidate will play an important role in shaping the undergraduate experience as we continue to expand our curriculum for one of the fastest-growing majors on campus. We invite prospective applicants to explore our current program offerings at https://ruccs.rutgers.edu/academics/undergraduate/coursedescriptions to gain insight into our courses and academic community.

RuCCS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming teaching and learning environment and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their teaching and/or service, will contribute to the overall excellence of the academic community. 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 value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: https://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA1194 Posting Open Date 12/01/2025 Posting Close Date 02/14/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates must have a PhD in Cognitive Science or related field. We welcome candidates who demonstrate a strong record of excellence in undergraduate teaching and curriculum development.

Please provide a cover letter, CV, personal statement, strong teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching excellence, and a statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages) and three letters of reference.

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 https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/263678 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

152 Frelinghuysen Road, Psychology Building Annex, Busch Campus, Piscataway, NJ 08854

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.

Affirmative Action/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

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* Personal Statement
* Teaching Philosophy
* List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents