Assistant or Associate Research Professor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant or Associate Research Professor Department School of Criminal Justice Salary Details Assistant Min Salary $85,588.00, Associate Min Salary $96,856 or commensurate with experience Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidates 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 universitys 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

Posting Summary

The School of Criminal Justice (SCJ) at Rutgers UniversityNewark invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track Professional Practice Professor appointment at the Assistant or Associate level. This is a 3-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.

The appointee will serve as Managing Director of the CLEAR Institute (Corrections Leadership, Evidence, and Advancement for Reform). The institute is designed to conduct collaborative, policy-relevant research and training that advances humane, effective, and equitable corrections and sentencing practices in partnership with state agencies, community organizations, NJ-STEP (New Jersey Scholarship and Transformative Education in Prisons), and graduate scholars.

The position combines research leadership, external funding development, partnership building, and applied scholarship, with some teaching responsibilities. The successful candidate will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and operational management for the CLEAR Institute, including coordination of research initiatives, partnerships, and grant-funded projects.
• Develop, secure funding for, lead, and participate in research on corrections-related topics across institutional and community settings.
• Build and sustain collaborative partnerships with criminal justice agencies, community-based organizations, policymakers, and philanthropic funders.
• Oversee grant administration and research project implementation, including supervision of research staff and coordination with university administrative units.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students involved in Institute projects.
• Contribute to the intellectual direction and visibility of the Institute through publications, presentations, convenings, and policy-relevant dissemination.
• Teach two courses per academic year, at the undergraduate or graduate level, aligned with the candidates expertise and the schools needs.

The division of responsibilities for this position is as follows: Fundraising and outreach (20%); research and scholarship (50%); business management, event planning and communications (15%); classroom teaching of two courses per year (15%). These responsibilities may be amended upon written noti?cation, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0359 Posting Open Date 04/21/2026 Posting Close Date 06/01/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, public policy, or a related field. They should have experience conducting applied, policy-relevant

research related to institutional and/or community corrections (e.g., incarceration, probation or parole supervision, reentry, or closely related areas). They should also have a record of securing external research funding, involvement in funded projects, and experience working with justice system and community stakeholders.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Please include a Strategy Statement (1-2 single-spaced pages). This would outline your approach to serving as the inaugural managing director, including strategies for proposal development, research partnerships, funder engagement, and budget management.

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/273029 Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark 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 candidates 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

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)
• Other Documents (7)

Optional Documents