Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track (Economics of Health, Environment or Inequality) |
| Department |
SAS - Economics |
| 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 Department of Economics of the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University-New Brunswick invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position to start Fall 2026. Candidates should conduct research that emphasizes health, the environment and energy, or inequality and that complements the research areas of our applied microeconomics faculty. The position involves significant scholarly research as well as teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in microeconomics or econometrics and in the field of specialization.
Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent degree in Economics or a related field is required by the start date. Candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vita, research statement, teaching statement with evaluations (if any), up to three research papers, and the names of three confidential recommendation letter writers. Complete applications received by November 10, 2025 will receive priority for interviews which will be held remotely. Applicants may contact Janet Budge (
budge@economics.rutgers.edu) with questions regarding the application site.
Located in New Jersey, Rutgers University is a premiere, Research 1, public land grant institution. Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0874 |
| Posting Open Date |
09/19/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
01/31/2026 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent in Economics or related field is required by the start date. |
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/259080 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
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