Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Nephrology-Hypertension

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UC San Diego's Division of Nephrology-Hypertension within the Department of Medicine seeks investigators with basic/translational research expertise in nephrology to advance discovery and translation. Successful candidates will conduct nephrology research and may take on leadership and teaching roles.

Some positions may include clinical care based on needs and experience. The appropriate appointment level (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) will reflect background and achievements.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in health-related areas.
• Candidates must have 1+ years of experience in research.
• 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.

Responsabilités

• Conduct research in nephrology and related fields.
• Take on leadership and/or teaching responsibilities as needed.
• May provide clinical care depending on Division needs and candidate experience.

Connaissances

Leadership

Teaching

Research experience

Formation

MD or equivalent

MD/PhD

PhD or equivalent

Description du poste

Position overview

Position title: Nephrology-Hypertension

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 pay range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000. 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: October 20, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Oct 20, 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 Division of Nephrology-Hypertension within the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body.

The Division of Nephrology-Hypertension has breadth and expertise in clinical care, pathology, and clinical investigation in glomerulonephritis, and is moving to establish a center of excellence in this area. To expand scientific discovery and rapid translation from bench to bedside and bedside to bench, the Division now seeks to recruit investigators with basic/translational research expertise in nephrology.

The successful candidates will be responsible for conducting research in the field of nephrology and will take on responsibilities in leadership and/or teaching. The selected candidates may also provide clinical care, depending on the Division’s needs and the candidate’s training and experience.

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.

If appointed to a title covered by 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

http://med.ucsd.edu

Division

https://nephrology.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in health-related areas.

Candidates must have 1+ years of experience in research.

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 must be board-certified or board-eligible in Nephrology or health-related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with established track records of obtaining successful extramural support in the area of glomerulonephritis are preferred.

Candidates with a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in nephrology, kidney physiology, and/or hypertension 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)

Help contact

[e-mail]

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.

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Job location

San Diego, CA