Assistant Research Professor: Core Curator and Data Analytics Specialist
Rutgers
Data Science
USD 72k-72k / year
Posted on Mar 23, 2026
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Assistant Research Professor: Core Curator and Data Analytics Specialist |
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| Department | Earth & Planetary Sciences |
| Salary Details | 72000 |
| 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:
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| Posting Summary | The Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at Rutgers University invites applications for a Core Curator and Data Analytics Specialist to provide scientific, curatorial, and analytical leadership for the Rutgers–IODP Core Repository and to advance the department’s growing data science initiatives. We seek a dynamic individual who will (1) oversee curatorial operations of the Rutgers–IODP Core Repository, one of the nation’s key facilities supporting scientific ocean drilling research, and (2) strengthen our repository’s capabilities in modern data analytics, including spatial statistics, Bayesian approaches, and advanced computational techniques. This is a nine month supports position as an Assistant Research Professor with opportunities for collaboration in research, education, and outreach across the department and the wider Rutgers community. Teaching requirements are one course per semester, with one on geological data analysis at upper undergraduate to graduate level (400/500_ and one introductory geology course (100/200). |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Posting Number | 26FA0184 |
| Posting Open Date | 03/06/2026 |
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Qualifications
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
Data Science and Infrastructure
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| Overview | |
| Statement | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military status or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. |
Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please submit the following: A curriculum vitae (CV) A statement of research interests The names and contact information of 3 references |
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| Quick Link to Posting | https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/270113 |
| Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City | New Brunswick |
| State | NJ |
| Location Details | This position will be located at: Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Wright-Rieman Laboratories 610 Taylor Road, Room 142 Piscataway, NJ 08854-8066 |
Pre-employment Screenings
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