Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Tenure-Track Biomedical Engineering Faculty Position: Addressing Health Equity in Age-related Disorders |
| Department |
Engn - Biomedical Engineering |
| Salary |
Open |
| Posting Summary |
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey invites applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment as part of a diversity cluster hiring opportunity on
Addressing Health Equity in Age-related Disorders (
AHEAD). The
AHEAD cluster envisions bringing together a cohort of scholars from the School of Engineering (SoE), School of Arts and Sciences (
SAS), and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (
RBHS) to (i) collectively advance knowledge of neurodegenerative disorders, (ii) develop treatments and technology solutions that help people experience a higher quality of life as they age, and (iii) develop a deeper understanding of the social, racial, and ethnic health disparities associated with the onset, progression, and treatment of age-related neurodegeneration.
Within this
AHEAD cluster, the Department of Biomedical Engineering seeks an individual with research interests and expertise in neurodegenerative disease and related areas of engineering including biomechanics, rehabilitation, imaging, data analysis, and others. It is envisioned that this faculty member will contribute to the cluster through the development, implementation, and validation of new engineering technologies that can drive new basic science or clinical studies. A specific area of focus is on approaches that can potentially lead to increased health equity in aging and neurodegenerative disease.
Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2024. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
24FA0864 |
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| Posting Close Date |
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Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Applicants are expected to have a doctoral degree in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or a closely related discipline. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of scholarly productivity and external research support, as well as excellent investigative, communication, and leadership skills. The candidate is expected to maintain their outstanding research and develop teaching and training programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. This position prioritizes junior faculty and thus appointment at the assistant professor is anticipated, but appointment at a higher rank commensurate with the applicant's experience will be considered. In addition, Rutgers and the Department of Biomedical Engineering are committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture, and candidates should have demonstrated success towards this mission. |
| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
Research interest and expertise in biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering and/or quantitative image analysis will be considered. A specific area of focus is health equity in aging and neurodegenerative disease. |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Overview |
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| Statement |
Rutgers and the Department of Biomedical Engineering are committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture and expect faculty members to actively contribute to this mission. As such, applications should include: a cover letter; extended curriculum vitae; research statement; teaching statement (and/or teaching portfolio); contact information for 3 referees; and a diversity statement describing how they have promoted (and/or plan to promote) diversity, equity, and inclusive academic excellence in their workplace. This statement will be evaluated by reviewing the applicant's responses to the following questions and any other relevant information provided:
1. What does diversity mean to you, and why is this important?
2. Do you understand the university's diversity goals?
3. What have been some of your experiences either being part of a non-majority group, or interacting with diverse populations?
4. How has your thinking about diversity actively influenced your teaching, research, and/or scholarship?
5. In thinking about the different roles you have played, and will play, as part of your university service, what role has/will diversity issues play?
6. What role do you believe that advising and mentoring play in working with diverse populations? Does your engagement with diversity help students prepare for careers in a global society?
These questions should be answered and attached to your application as a "Diversity Statement" |
Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2024. |
| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/234688 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
Piscataway |
| State |
NJ |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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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
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Rutgers University
Sep 12, 2024