Description

The School of Biological Sciences (https://biology.ucsd.edu/), Departments of Cell and Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, and Neurobiology, hereby announce a search for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant rank, or tenured Associate or Full Professor level in the field of Transformational Biological Technologies, capitalizing on recent institutional investments at UCSD in cryoelectron microscopy and the Goeddel Family Technology Sandbox (https://biology.ucsd.edu/research/facilities-resources/technology-sandbox/index.html). Candidates using cutting-edge technologies including cryoelectron microscopy, cryoelectron tomography, mass spectrometry, light microscopy, and/or other technologies to advance mechanistic understanding of fundamental problems in molecular, cellular, developmental, or neuronal biology are encouraged to apply.

Required faculty responsibilities include developing an excellent research program supported by extramural funding, teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in service activities. Candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level with experience and/or interest in leadership in collaborative research programs, core facilities, or at the department or school level are particularly encouraged to apply. 

The School of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego brings together exceptional breadth in biological research in a highly collaborative community. Our faculty pursue fundamental discoveries across scales, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems, while developing and applying technologies that are transforming biology. With outstanding graduate and undergraduate programs, state-of-the-art research capabilities, and deep connections across San Diego’s scientific institutions, the School offers an outstanding environment for research, education, and innovation. 

Basic Qualifications:

• At the time of application, applicants must hold a PhD in Biology or a related field.
• Qualified candidates should document at least two concrete goals for their planned scholarly and creative activities in their statement of professional activities.
• Qualified candidates will have at least three publications or preprints that demonstrate research experience and/or experience relevant to their planned scholarly activities.
• Qualified candidates will have demonstrated potential to contribute effectively to the undergraduate and/or graduate educational programs of the School of Biological Sciences and to support students’ educational and academic success, as evidenced by relevant teaching, mentoring, training, or outreach experience.
• Qualified candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position are expected to have an impactful publication record consistent with their years of experience.
• Individuals applying for appointment with tenure should demonstrate leadership experience, for example, leading programs, committees, centers, or other initiatives. 
   

Salary:

A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $132,100-$273,100.

The posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2026-27/policy-covered-oct-2026-scales/t1.pdf

The base salary range from the salary table for this position is $84,100- $220,500.

“Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.

Additional UCSD salary information can be found here: https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html 

Review Date:

Review of applications will commence October 4 and will continue until position is filled.

Requirements:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching, and 3-5 publications.

Applicants at the Assistant Professor level need to submit 3-5 references. Applicants at the Associate or Full Professor level need to provide contact information for 3-5 references.

To Apply:

Applications must be submitted through the University of California San Diego’s Academic Personnel Recruit System: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04607

Further details about the required application material can be found at: http://biology.ucsd.edu/jobs/apply-lrf-lsoe.html