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Assistant Professor of Surgery

Rutgers University
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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick
Aug 15, 2025
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Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor of Surgery
Department RWJ-Surgery-Acute Care Surgery
Salary Details 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
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
Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School {RWJMS) is seeking an acute care surgeon for a faculty appointment in the Department of Surgery. The position includes clinical responsibilities on each of the three services {Trauma, Emergency General Surgery, Critical Care); and the applicant must be dedicated to the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows in Acute Care Surgery. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital {RWJUH) in New Brunswick, NJ is the core teaching hospital for RWJMS and one of only three ACS verified Level I Trauma Centers in the state. RWJUH is a tertiary referral center for cardiac, vascular and neuroscience services, as well as home to the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. It is t he flagship hospital for RWJBarnabas Health - the largest health system in NJ serving a population of 5 million.
Applicant s must be BC/BE in Surgery and have attained or be eligible for Added Qualifications in
Surgical Critical Care
Position Status Full Time
Posting Number 25FA0781
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date
Qualifications






Minimum Education and Experience
MD required. must have completed a Residency Training Program in General Surgery and fellowship trained. Candidates should be boarded or board eligible by the American Board of Surgery.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Provide evidence based medicine to patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Collaborate with institutional leadership, physician partners, and nursing colleagues to ensure high quality care for surgical patients in all settings including: the outpatient offices, Trauma, ICUs, ED and inpatient units.
Participates in research activities within the Division, Department and/or Medical School. Contributes to patient recruitment for studies, participates in research meetings.

Provide unrestricted call coverage at all facilities as determined by Divisional leadership of Rutgers Health Group at the discretion of the Chief of Acute Care Surgery.

Actively participate in medical student, resident and fellow education through didactic lectures, research activities, evaluation of programs, interviews, small group sessions and/or clinical supervision.

Document and bill for provider activities accurately, appropriately, and in a timely manner according to hospital and medical school policies.

Provide active participate in the teaching programs, attend conferences, grand rounds, and hospital committees as requested.

Promote the program throughout the region and nation through participation in regional and national conferences and societies.

Participate in process/quality improvement in care delivery of surgical patients and participate in quality initiatives.

Comply with all medical school and hospital medical staff bylaws, clinical practice guidelines and policies.
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Posting Details






Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/257840
Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick
City Bellaire
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.



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 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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement


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