About Rutgers University
Founded in 1766 as Queen's College, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is the eighth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States. Over time, it has evolved into New Jersey's principal public research university, with primary campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden. Rutgers serves a student population of over 70,000 and employs more than 23,000 faculty and staff members. As a land-grant institution and a member of the Association of American Universities and the Big Ten Conference, Rutgers is known for its excellence in education, research, and public service. The university operates over 300 research centers and institutes and has received national and international recognition through prestigious awards earned by its faculty and alumni, including National Medals, MacArthur Fellowships, Fulbright Awards, and Pulitzer Prizes. Rutgers promotes a workplace culture that values diversity, integrity, innovation, respect, and excellence. It offers a supportive, inclusive, and accessible environment for employees, with a focus on equal opportunity and compliance with ADA and veteran-friendly practices. The university is recognized among the best large employers in the nation and provides a comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, wellness initiatives, and employee support programs. Its central administration is based in New Brunswick, New Jersey.