Graduate and Postdoctoral Research

Cutting-edge research happens here every day: Rutgers–New Brunswick is a member of the Association of American Universities, a group comprising North America's leading research universities.

Powering Forward Progress

At Rutgers–New Brunswick, graduate students work with faculty mentors who lead their fields, while also accessing the most extensive network of research centers, institutes, laboratories, and facilities in New Jersey. Flexible and collaborative programs, partnerships with other research universities and organizations, and vast library and computing power all help drive their work forward.

Advancing Knowledge Across Disciplines

Rutgers–New Brunswick offers expansive research opportunities across our graduate schools. Because research looks different in every field, students can pursue opportunities that best align with their academic and professional goals depending on their concentration. Students work with leading scholars, pursue interdisciplinary inquiry, and engage in STEM lab and fieldwork, archival research, publishing, humanistic scholarship, and applied studies. Across disciplines, Rutgers provides the mentorship, resources, and networks that help new ideas take root.

Baba Badji, assistant professor of french and english, and former postdoctoral fellow

At the Forefront of Human Health

Under the umbrella of Rutgers Health, eight Rutgers schools and many centers, institutes, and clinics work together to conduct research, develop health care solutions, and treat the people of New Jersey and the United States.

Rutgers Health postdoctoral research Satvik Mareedu in a lab

Postdoctoral Research

Postdoctoral research opens an even broader world of possibilities for exploration as doctoral degree recipients delve further into independent scholarship within their chosen fields of study. Through the Office of Postdoctoral Advancement, postdoctoral researchers and their faculty mentors receive support through professional development, knowledge sharing, and community-building opportunities.

Research Associate Yifan Wang looking at maps and data on a computer
Baba Badji, assistant professor of french and english, and former postdoctoral fellow
Rutgers Health postdoctoral research Satvik Mareedu in a lab
Research Associate Yifan Wang looking at maps and data on a computer

Why Conduct Research at Rutgers?

  • Renowned Faculty - Work and learn alongside world-class researchers and mentors across disciplines.
  • Cutting-Edge Facilities - Thrive in the brand new Helix innovation hub and access our globally recognized Protein Data Bank.
  • Innovative Research Training - Gain hands-on experience and expertise with the latest research methods and techniques.
  • Connection to Industry - Engage with industry partners, attend conferences, and leverage career opportunities.
  • Career Mentoring and Professional Development - Refine your skills and prepare for your next steps with our extensive resources.
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