Kessler Foundation is proud to be recognized as a great place to work. We have been named among the Best Nonprofits to Work For by The NonProfit Times and Best Places to Work in New Jersey by NJBIZ. The Foundation has also been recognized nationally by Great Place to Work and Fortune for workplace culture.
These honors reflect the dedication, talent, and collaboration of our staff, as well as our ongoing commitment to a positive and respectful work environment.
Our teams conduct and support rehabilitation research that improves care, informs policy, and expands opportunity. The work you do here reaches far beyond our campuses.
We value teamwork, curiosity, and respect. Researchers and professional staff work together across disciplines to advance shared goals.
Kessler Foundation is committed to fostering a workplace where individuals of all backgrounds and abilities are welcomed, supported, and valued. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our science and our organization.
Employees are encouraged to grow their skills, deepen their expertise, and pursue learning opportunities that align with both personal and organizational goals.
We invite you to explore our open positions and consider how your skills and experience align with our mission.
To apply, please email: [email protected] and include:
- A cover letter
- Your résumé
- Salary requirements
- The position title in the subject line
- Accommodation(s) required, if applicable
Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. We appreciate your interest in Kessler Foundation and the time you have invested in your application.
My favorite part about working at the Foundation is definitely the people. As an early-career researcher, I’ve been lucky to have great mentors, which is a very important part of helping me transition to the next stage of my career and become an independent researcher. The organization is large enough to have a lot of resources, but it’s also small enough to know everyone by name. That’s really nice because it creates a much more collegial environment.
Sometimes it doesn’t feel like work. I also look at it as an opportunity to learn more about my diagnosis. So, it works out both ways for me. It’s a win-win.
Our priority is research that involves recruiting and testing participants for our studies. If my research impacts people and improves quality of life, then that’s even better.
Working here has allowed me to explore how clinical trials are run and work with amazing research assistants, neuropsychologists, and neuroscientists.
Working with the participants is probably one of the most amazing things I’ve done in my life because you actually see them get better.
Kessler Foundation offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ well‑being, stability, and work‑life balance. Benefits may include:
- 401(k) Plan
- A choice of three medical plans
- Paid holiday, vacation time, and sick time
- Professional development and education support
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Tuition reimbursement plan
- Dental/Optical reimbursement plan
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Kessler Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process. Applicants who require accommodations may contact us to discuss their needs.
When you work at Kessler Foundation, you contribute to research and initiatives that help people live fuller, more independent lives. We invite you to bring your expertise, curiosity, and commitment to impact, and grow with us.
Kessler Foundation is based in New Jersey, with two campus locations:
East Hanover
120 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 100
East Hanover, NJ 07936
West Orange
1199 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ 07052
FAQs
About Careers at Kessler Foundation
To apply, please email: [email protected] and include:
- A cover letter
- Your résumé
- Salary requirements
- The position title in the subject line
Your information will be reviewed by a member of our team. If you are selected for further consideration for a current opportunity, we will reach out to you about next steps. We greatly appreciate your interest in our organization.
Yes. Kessler Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us and we will work with you to support your needs.
We offer opportunities across a range of disciplines, including research, administration, communications, fundraising, operations, and program support. All roles contribute to advancing our mission and supporting impactful research.
Kessler Foundation values collaboration, respect, and purpose‑driven work. Employees work across disciplines in a supportive environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed and professional growth is encouraged.
Yes. We encourage learning and professional growth through education, skill‑building opportunities, and collaboration with colleagues across the organization. Tuition reimbursement is offered for qualifying education programs.
Absolutely. We welcome applicants at all career stages and value curiosity, commitment to learning, and alignment with our mission.
Some positions may offer limited flexibility depending on the role. When job responsibilities allow, employees may work one day per week from home, with the remaining days based on-site at our West Orange or East Hanover, New Jersey locations.
Because much of our work involves hands‑on, collaborative rehabilitation research, an in‑person presence is essential to our mission. Specific work arrangements are discussed during the interview process and outlined by role.
