Neonatologist (per diem)

Overview

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences – New Jersey Medical School Department of Pediatrics offers outstanding opportunities for a Neonatologist to join our faculty of more than 30 full-time clinicians and scientists as an Assistant Professor.

Position Information and Administration

Posting Number : 21FA0253

Posting Open Date : 01 / 07 / 2026

Posting Close Date : 01 / 07 / 2026

Position Status : Per Diem

Location : Newark, NJ

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide patient care in the Division of Neonatology and provide comprehensive evaluation and management for patients with other health care professionals to educate patients and their families about their conditions. Candidate will participate in the education of medical students, residents and fellows. Candidate will actively contribute to the primary missions of the Division of Neonatology through accessible high quality health care, scholarly activity and education.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience : MD degree and board eligible or board certified in Neonatal Medicine

Certifications / Licenses : Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Applicant must demonstrate excellence as a clinician educator.

Preferred Qualifications : (not specified in detail in the provided text)

Offer and Benefits

Salary Details : A minimum of $135 / hr. The final salary offer may be determined by factors including qualifications, experience, expertise, and fund availability. Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, including :

• 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

Postings and summaries include statements about equal opportunity and non-discrimination. See posted details for full EEO information.

Application Instructions and Special Instructions

To apply, submit a cover letter, three letters of reference, a current CV, and complete contact information to Marilyn Smith at smithma1@njms.rutgers.edu. For additional information contact Dr. Onajovwe Fofah, Interim Chair, Department of Pediatrics at fofahon@njms.rutgers.edu or 973-972-5276. In addition to applying here, interested candidates must also submit the above documents to the listed contacts.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents : Cover Letter / Letter of Application; Curriculum Vitae; List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents : Other Documents (6)

Additional Information

Campus : Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) – Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

Location Details : Newark, NJ

Pre-employment Screenings : All offers contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization and Safety : See Immunization Requirements and related safety policies. Failure to provide required vaccination information or a medical / religious exemption may affect offer status.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity : It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. For more information see the Non-Discrimination Statement.

Posting Details and Additional Notes

Posting Summary : The Department of Pediatrics offers opportunities for a Neonatologist as an Assistant Professor. For detailed benefits and eligibility information, visit Rutgers benefits.

For questions about posting details, visit the Quick Link to Posting or contact the HR ROCS Help Desk as needed.

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