Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (HS Clin, Clin X, In-Res, Adjunct) Infectious Diseases [...]

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 309.800; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UC San Diego invites applications for an Infectious Diseases Physician-Scientist. The successful candidate will lead transformative research across translational, clinical, global health, and laboratory-based domains while contributing to teaching and mentorship of trainees and fellows.

Clinician duties may be involved depending on clinical needs. Appointments at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be determined by background and experience.

Formación

• MD/PhD must be in Infectious Diseases or related field.
• MD candidates must have or be eligible for California medical license.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Infectious Disease and related fields for clinical duties.

Responsabilidades

• Develop innovative, collaborative research programs in Infectious Diseases and Global Public Health.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate, graduate students, residents, trainees, and Infectious Diseases fellows; contribute to the division's growth.
• Provide clinical care to patients in inpatient or outpatient settings as needed, depending on the department’s needs and the candidate’s training.

Educación

MD or equivalent

PhD or equivalent

MD/PhD in Infectious Diseases or related field

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview

Position title: Infectious Diseases Physician-Scientist

Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and, if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $100,000 - $309,800. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: 2026-2027 Academic Salary Scales

Application Window

Open date: July 13, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, Aug 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Tuesday, Jul 13, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body and is seeking outstanding candidates in Infectious Diseases and Global Public Health across a broad range of research areas.

UC San Diego offers a highly collaborative environment with strong infrastructure and opportunities for translational, clinical, implementation, global health, and laboratory-based research.

Successful candidates will develop innovative, collaborative, and impactful research programs that complement and strengthen the Division’s broader research portfolio. In addition, the successful candidates will be responsible for the teaching and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students, residents, trainees, and Infectious Diseases fellows, and play integral roles in the continued growth, innovation, and collaborative culture of the Division. Clinician candidates may also have the opportunity to provide clinical care to patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting, depending on the department’s needs and the candidate’s training and experience in the relevant clinical area.

The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate’s background and experience.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:

• HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
• Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
• In-Residence Professor (APM 270)
• Adjunct Professor (APM 280)

Appointments may require candidates to be self‑funded.

As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)

Department & Division

Department: http://med.ucsd.edu

Division: https://idgph.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, a PhD or equivalent, or an MD/PhD in the area of Infectious Diseases or a related field.

Candidates with an MD or equivalent must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Candidates with clinical care duties must have an MD or equivalent and be board‑certified or board‑eligible in Infectious Disease and other related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with a demonstrated record of scholarship in infectious diseases, global public health, translational science, implementation science, epidemiology, immunology, virology, microbiology, or related disciplines.

Candidates with experience in collaborative research, teaching, mentorship, and service are preferred.

Candidates With Experience Obtaining Independent Funding Are Preferred

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04550

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About UC San Diego

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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