Assistant Professor Jobs in New Jersey

Assistant Professor jobs in New Jersey are open across Newark, New Brunswick, and Piscataway and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, and Rider University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles60+
Top employerRutgers University
Top cityNewark, NJ
Cities hiring10
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Rutgers University
Assistant Professor
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Rutgers University
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Assistant Professor
Rutgers University
Piscataway, New Jersey
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Physicians
$315k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Rider University
Acting Assistant Professor of Counseling Services
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Rider University
Added 1w ago
Acting Assistant Professor of Counseling Services
Rider University
Lawrenceville, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
Curriculum Design
$65k - $69k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Georgian Court University
Assistant Professor, Sports Management
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Georgian Court University
Added 2w ago
Assistant Professor, Sports Management
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
Curriculum Design
$55k - $61k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Rutgers University
Assistant Professor of Surgery
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Rutgers University
Added 2w ago
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$454k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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The College of New Jersey
Visiting Assistant Professor-Art & Art Education
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The College of New Jersey
Added 2w ago
Visiting Assistant Professor-Art & Art Education
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Assistant Professor Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Newark
19 jobs
New Brunswick
13 jobs
Piscataway
12 jobs
Lakewood
6 jobs
Lawrenceville
3 jobs
Camden
2 jobs
Ewing
2 jobs
Jersey City
1 jobs
Somerdale
1 jobs

Assistant Professor Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Rutgers University
    Rutgers University47
  • Georgian Court University
    Georgian Court University6
  • Rider University
    Rider University3
  • The College of New Jersey
    The College of New Jersey2
  • Monmouth University
    Monmouth University1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education58
  • Government & Public Sector1
  • Healthcare & Medical Services1

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across New Jersey.

  • Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
  • Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
  • Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in the field
  • Evidence of external grant seeking or funded research projects
  • Ability to advise and mentor undergraduate or graduate students
  • Commitment to departmental service, curriculum development, and collegiality

Assistant Professor Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many assistant professor jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 60+ assistant professor openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Newark, New Brunswick, and Piscataway. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

Which New Jersey cities have the most assistant professor jobs?

Newark, New Brunswick, and Piscataway have the most assistant professor openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire assistant professors in New Jersey?

Employers hiring assistant professors in New Jersey include Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, and Rider University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote assistant professor jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 0% of assistant professor openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for assistant professor jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to assistant professor jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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