Rutgers University
Assistant Professor of Surgery
The position supports the work of primary surgeons, procurement coverage, and acute care needs, and the appointee will participate in the full spectrum of a cardiac surgical practice. The appointee will have the opportunity to acquire skills in advanced techniques including minimally invasive valve surgery and valve repair; aortic surgery; transplantation and mechanical support; robotics; and catheter-based approaches to aortic disease and valvular repair/replacement.
Key Responsibilities
- • The position supports the work of primary surgeons, procurement coverage, and acute care needs.
- • The appointee will participate in the full spectrum of a cardiac surgical practice.
Schedule
- • Full Time
Required
- • MD, DO or equivalent
- • Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey
- • Have completed an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in CT Surgery
- • The candidate would be expected to meet requirements for an appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery
Benefits & Perks
- • 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
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor of Surgery Department RWJ - Surgery Cardiac Salary Details Minimum of $453,605 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:
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Surgery. The successful candidate will join an established group of nationally known surgeons. Our current staff of 6 cardiac surgeons performs approximately 2000 cardiac surgical procedures annually. The position supports the work of primary surgeons, procurement coverage, and acute care needs. The appointee will participate in the full spectrum of a cardiac surgical practice. In addition, the appointee will have the opportunity to acquire skills in advanced techniques including minimally invasive valve surgery and valve repair; aortic surgery; transplantation and mechanical support; robotics; and catheter-based approaches to aortic disease and valvular repair/replacement. RWJMS is an international leader in minimally invasive valve surgery, transcatheter valvular procedures, mechanical support, and earned 3-STS stars for both CABG and AVR. Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey, and 3) have completed an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in CT Surgery. The candidate would be expected to meet requirements for an appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery and will be compensated commensurately. This practice will be exclusively based at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH). RWJUH is the primary teaching hospital for Rutgers RWJMS. RWJUH is the premier academic medical center in New Jersey, serving a catchment of more than 5 million people. Its Centers of Excellence include cardiovascular care from minimally invasive heart surgery to transplantation, cancer care, stroke care, neuroscience, orthopedics, and women and children’s care, including The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH), Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ), and a level 1 Trauma Center.
Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0539 Posting Open Date 06/01/2026 Posting Close Date 05/26/2027
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have: MD, DO or equivalent
Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey
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/276209 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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor of Surgery Department RWJ - Surgery Cardiac Salary Details Minimum of $453,605 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
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Surgery. The successful candidate will join an established group of nationally known surgeons. Our current staff of 6 cardiac surgeons performs approximately 2000 cardiac surgical procedures annually. The position supports the work of primary surgeons, procurement coverage, and acute care needs. The appointee will participate in the full spectrum of a cardiac surgical practice. In addition, the appointee will have the opportunity to acquire skills in advanced techniques including minimally invasive valve surgery and valve repair; aortic surgery; transplantation and mechanical support; robotics; and catheter-based approaches to aortic disease and valvular repair/replacement. RWJMS is an international leader in minimally invasive valve surgery, transcatheter valvular procedures, mechanical support, and earned 3-STS stars for both CABG and AVR. Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey, and 3) have completed an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in CT Surgery. The candidate would be expected to meet requirements for an appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery and will be compensated commensurately. This practice will be exclusively based at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH). RWJUH is the primary teaching hospital for Rutgers RWJMS. RWJUH is the premier academic medical center in New Jersey, serving a catchment of more than 5 million people. Its Centers of Excellence include cardiovascular care from minimally invasive heart surgery to transplantation, cancer care, stroke care, neuroscience, orthopedics, and women and children’s care, including The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH), Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ), and a level 1 Trauma Center.
Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0539 Posting Open Date 06/01/2026 Posting Close Date 05/26/2027
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have: MD, DO or equivalent
Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey
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/276209 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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
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