Training Programs

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Overview: The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy prepares students for leadership in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical practice, and biomedical research. The school has a profound commitment to public service, working closely with the healthcare industry, regulatory agencies, and research institutions.

Graduate Programs: MS, PharmD, PhD

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• Master’s (MS) and Doctoral (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences

RARC Researchers:

• Mary Bridgeman, Pharm.D. – Clinical Professor

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Overview: The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) trains exceptional practitioners, scholars, and leaders in psychology who serve diverse populations. The school emphasizes evidence-based practices, social justice, and applied research in clinical and applied psychology.

Graduate Programs: PsyD, PhD

• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical and School Psychology
• PhD in Clinical Psychology

RARC Researchers:

• Alexandria Bauer, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor
• Meghan Deshais, Ph.D., BCBA-D – Assistant Professor
• Angelo M. DiBello, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor
• Peter Economou, Ph.D. – Director, Rutgers Behavioral Health & Sport Psychology & Professor
• Denise Hien, Ph.D., ABPP – Vice Provost for Research; Director, CAS; Helen E. Chaney Distinguished Professor
• Anthony Pawlak, Ph.D. – Associate Research Professor
• Shireen Rizvi, Ph.D., ABPP – Professor
• Tanya Saraiya, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor

Location: Newark, NJ

Overview: The New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) is committed to training outstanding clinicians, researchers, and medical leaders through a comprehensive competency-based MD program. The school integrates clinical practice, patient-centered learning, and cutting-edge research to improve healthcare outcomes.

Graduate Programs: MD, MD/PhD

• MD, MD/PhD, MD/MPH, and MD/MBA Programs
• Graduate Medical Education (GME) Residency and Fellowship Programs

RARC Researchers:

• Kevin Beck, M.A., Ph.D. – Research Professor & Associate Chief of Staff for Research & Development, VA New Jersey Health Care System, Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience
• Miriam Bocarsly, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience
• Ioana Carcea, M.D., Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience
• Ethan Cowan, M.D., M.S. – Professor, Emergency Medicine
• Emily Gordon, M.D. – Assistant Professor, Internal Medicine
• Ozlem Gunal, M.D., Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Petros Levounis, M.D., M.A. – Professor & Chair, Psychiatry
• Ying-Xian Pan, M.D., Ph.D. – Professor, Anesthesiology
• Vanessa Routh, Ph.D. – Professor, Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience
• Cynthia Santos, M.D. – Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine
• Yuan-Xiang Tao, Ph.D., M.D. – Professor and Vice Chair of Research, Anesthesiology
• Stanley H. Weiss, M.D., FACP, FACE, FRCP Edin. – Professor, Medicine
• Jiang Hong Ye, M.D. – Professor, Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Overview: The Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) provides a comprehensive, competency-based medical education designed to prepare students for clinical excellence and research innovation. RWJMS emphasizes interdisciplinary training, community engagement, and translational research.

Graduate Programs: MD, PHD

• MD, MD/PhD, and Research Opportunities in Psychiatry
• Graduate Medical Education (Residency and Fellowships)

RARC Researchers:

• Fazil Aliev, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychiatry
• Sarah Brislin, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• John Calvin Chatlos, M.D. – Professor, Psychiatry
• Tammy Chung, Ph.D. – Professor, Psychiatry
• Nina Cooperman, Psy.D. – Associate Professor, Psychiatry
• Danielle Dick, Ph.D. – Director, RARC & Professor, Psychiatry
• Kristina Jackson, Ph.D. – Professor, Psychiatry
• Morgan James, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Anna Konova, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Sally Kuo, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Michael Lewis, Ph.D. – University Distinguished Professor & Director, Pediatrics
• Brett Millar, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Pingyue Pan, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Neuroscience and Cell Biology
• Zhiping Pang, M.D., Ph.D. – Professor, Neuroscience and Cell Biology
• Marilyn Piccirillo, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Chris Pierce, Ph.D. – Professor, Psychiatry
• John Pintar, Ph.D. – Professor, Neuroscience and Cell Biology
• Karen Ra, Ph.D. – Instructor of Medicine
• Jill Rabinowitz, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Carolyn Sartor, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychiatry
• Jessica Salvatore, Ph.D. – Associate Professor & Director of the Genes, Environments, and Neurodevelopment in Addictions (GENA) Program, Psychiatry
• Mark Rossi, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• K. Marie Sizemore, Ph.D., RYT – Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
• Michael Steinberg, M.D., MPH – Professor, Division Chief, Vice-Chair, Medical Director, Medicine
• Marc Steinberg, Ph.D. – Professor, Psychiatry
• Elizabeth Stone, Ph.D., MSPH – Instructor, Psychiatry
• David Zald, Ph.D. – Henry Rutgers Professor, Psychiatry
• Jill Williams, M.D. – Professor, Psychiatry

Location: Camden, NJ 

Overview: The Rutgers Graduate School–Camden offers a dynamic range of graduate degree programs spanning more than 20 disciplines, including psychology, biology, data science and criminal justice, with a strong emphasis on research and applied science. 

Graduate Programs: MA, MS, PhD 

• Master’s (MA, MS) and Doctoral (PhD) programs in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Public Affairs, and more 

RARC Researchers: 

• Nathan Fried, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Neuroscience 
• Naomi Marmorstein, Ph.D. – Professor, Psychology 

Location: Newark, NJ 

Overview: The School of Arts & Sciences – Newark offers a wide array of graduate degree programs designed to prepare students for leadership roles in academia, research, public policy, and industry. The school is committed to fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration across the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. 

Graduate Programs: MA, MS, PhD 

• Master’s (MS, MA) and Doctoral (PhD) programs in fields such as Neuroscience, Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Social Sciences 

RARC Researchers: 

• Travis Baker, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience 
• Jamil Palacios Bhanji, Ph.D. – Research Associate, Psychology 
• Michael Cole, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience 
• Vincent McGinty, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience 
• Michael Shiflett, Ph.D. – Research Assistant Professor, Psychology 
• Elizabeth Tricomi, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychology 

Location: New Brunswick, NJ 

Overview: The School of Arts & Sciences – New Brunswick is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University, offering graduate students opportunities to pursue advanced degrees, professional degrees, and certificates in over 100 programs. Administered in conjunction with the School of Graduate Studies, students receive interdisciplinary training in a collaborative research environment. 

Graduate Programs: MA, MS, PhD 

• Master’s (MA, MS) and Doctoral (PhD) programs in disciplines such as Psychology, Genetics, Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Kinesiology, and Statistics 

• Joint and interdisciplinary research opportunities in addiction science, behavioral neuroscience, and public health 

RARC Researchers: 

• Brandon Alderman, Ph.D. – Associate Professor and Department Chairperson, Kinesiology and Health
• David Barker, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Psychology
• Kasia Bieszczad, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychology
• Jennifer Buckman, Ph.D. – Professor, Kinesiology and Health
• Santiago Cuesta, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Cell Biology and Neuroscience
• Michelle Drapkin, Ph.D. – Coadjutant, Psychology
• Samantha Farris, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychology
• Ronald Hart, Ph.D. – Professor, Cell Biology and Neuroscience
• Rafiq Huda, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor, Cell Biology and Neuroscience
• Teresa Leyro, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychology
• Edward Selby, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Psychology
• Jay Tischfield, Ph.D. – MacMillan Distinguished Professor, Genetics
• Arthur Tomie, Ph.D. – Emeritus Professor, Psychology
• Min-ge Xie, Ph.D. – Distinguished Professor & Director, OSC, Statistics
• Lei Yu, Ph.D. – Distinguished Professor, Genetics

Location: Newark, NJ

Overview: The School of Criminal Justice (SCJ) is a leader in crime and justice research, emphasizing equitable justice practices and public safety. SCJ prepares students for policy leadership, research, and law enforcement careers.

Graduate Programs: MA, PhD

• Master’s (MA) and PhD in Criminal Justice

RARC Researchers:

• Colleen Berryessa, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor

Location: New Brunswick & Newark, NJ

Overview: The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) trains students across over 150 graduate programs in the humanities, sciences, engineering, and biomedical fields. It supports cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Graduate Programs: PhD in Neuroscience, PhD in Psychology

• Master’s and Doctoral (PhD) Programs across Multiple Disciplines

RARC Researchers:

• Dipak Sarkar, Ph.D. – Distinguished Professor, Animal Sciences

Location: Newark & New Brunswick, NJ

Overview: The School of Health Professions (SHP) is the largest health professions school in the nation, offering training in health sciences, rehabilitation, and advanced medical practice. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care.

Graduate Programs: MS, PhD

• Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Health Professions
• Specialized Certificates in Allied Health Fields

RARC Researchers:

• Tameika Minor, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor

Location: New Brunswick & Newark, NJ

Overview: The Rutgers School of Public Health is committed to health equity, social justice, and advocacy. It offers training in epidemiology, biostatistics, behavioral health, and urban-global public health, with a focus on preparing professionals for impactful public health careers.

Graduate Programs: MPH, MS, DrPH, PhD

• Master of Public Health (MPH), Doctor of Public Health (DrPH), and PhD Programs
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificates and Dual-Degree Programs

RARC Researchers:

• Michelle Bover Manderski, Ph.D., MPH – Assistant Professor, Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• Greta Bushnell, Ph.D., MSPH – Assistant Professor, Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• Julia Chen-Sankey, Ph.D., MPP – Assistant Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Cristine Delnevo, Ph.D., MPH – Director, CTS & Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Ollie Ganz, DrPH, MSPH – Assistant Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Perry Halkitis, Ph.D., MS, MPH – Dean & Hunterdon Professor, Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• Mary Hrywna, Ph.D., MPH – Assistant Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Kristen Krause, Ph.D., MPH – Instructor, Urban-Global Public Health
• Rafael E. Pérez-Figueroa, M.D., MPH – Associate Dean for Community Engagement & Public Health Practice; Associate Professor, Urban-Global Public Health
• Hillary Samples, Ph.D., MHS – Assistant Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Kevin Schroth, J.D. – Associate Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy
• Stephanie Shiau, Ph.D., MPH – Assistant Professor, Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• Pamela Valera, Ph.D., MSW, NCTTP – Assistant Professor, Urban-Global Public Health
• Olivia Wackowski, Ph.D., MPH – Associate Professor, Health Behavior, Society & Policy

Location: New Brunswick, Camden, Newark, NJ

Overview: The Rutgers School of Social Work is nationally recognized for its leadership in clinical social work, public policy, and nonprofit management. It offers specializations in clinical practice, advocacy, and social justice, preparing graduates for impactful careers.

Graduate Programs: MSW, DSW, PhD

• Master of Social Work (MSW), Doctor of Social Work (DSW), and PhD in Social Work
• Dual-Degree and Certificate Programs

RARC Researchers:

• Vivien (Wen Li) Anthony, Ph.D., MSW – Associate Professor
• Qiana Brown, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.S.W. – Assistant Professor
• Stephen Crystal, M.A., Ph.D. – Director, CHSR & Board of Governors Professor of Health Services Research
• Adrian Gale, Ph.D., MSW – Assistant Professor
• Jamey Lister, Ph.D., MSW – Associate Professor
• Lia Nower, J.D., Ph.D. – Director, CGS; Distinguished Professor; Associate Dean for Research
• N. Andrew Peterson, Ph.D. – Distinguished Professor
• Kristen Powell, Ph.D. – Associate Research Professor
• Mark van der Maas, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor