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Recruitment/Posting Title Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Position in Interpersonal Communication (Open Rank)

Department Communication

Salary Details Minimum salary for assistant professors is $104,000

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

Posting Summary

The Department of Communication at Rutgers University’s School of Communication and Information seeks a full-time faculty member in interpersonal communication. The search is open rank but prioritizes early career scholars. The appointment will begin Fall 2027.
We are looking for a scholar of interpersonal communication who conducts applied empirical research in complex social and relational contexts. We welcome applicants who approach their scholarship from a diverse range of empirical perspectives (e.g., quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, conversation analysis). Research and teaching interests should address contemporary communication problems such as facilitating difficult or high-stakes conversations in personal, family, professional, or community contexts. This might include such topics as discussing social problems and differences, engaging in interpersonal influence, managing conflict, communicating support or advice, or negotiating human relationships in personal or professional contexts, in face-to-face or technologically mediated channels. The candidate should have a research program that is theory-driven, data-informed, and communication-centered. We prioritize applicants who are active in the communication discipline.
Our faculty members employ a wide range of empirical and methodological approaches in their research. We encourage applications from candidates whose scholarship intersects with and/or complements one or more of the department’s research foci (interpersonal communication, language and social interaction, health communication, organizational communication, communication and technology, and computational social science) and/or other areas within the school, such as media studies and information science. For more about the Department of Communication and the School of Communication and Information (SC&I), see comminfo.rutgers.edu.
We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who will contribute to our thriving undergraduate and master’s-level programs and our highly regarded interdisciplinary school-wide Ph.D. program.

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number 26FA0590

Posting Open Date 06/11/2026

Posting Close Date 09/30/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field is expected as of June 2027 for an August start date.
Applicants should have a demonstrated record or strong likelihood of theoretically grounded scholarship in top-tier peer-reviewed publications and evidence of or preparation for effective teaching. The search preferences earlier career scholars. Applicants at the rank of associate or full professor should provide evidence of leadership in research, instruction, and service; a record of external funding is a plus. Responsibilities of tenure-track and tenured faculty members include undergraduate and graduate teaching assignments, an active program of research in the candidate’s area of scholarly expertise, and service contributions in accordance with the university policy for tenure-track and tenured appointments.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries can be made to the search committee chair, Professor Maria Venetis (maria.venetis@rutgers.edu) Department of Communication, Rutgers University, 4 Huntington St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901.

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

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.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
- Writing Sample 1
- Writing Sample 2

Optional Documents