Assistant Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Neuropathologist Scientist

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 112,500 - 145,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Diego is seeking a Neuropathologist Scientist with expertise in neurodegeneration and neurogenetics to join the Department of Pathology. This tenure-track Assistant Professor position will involve leading a brain biorepository and coordinating neurodegenerative research.

Candidates are expected to develop an extramurally funded research program while participating in education and clinical services. The role requires an MD or equivalent and eligibility for California medical licensing.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent or MD/PhD in Cell/Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or related fields.
• Eligibility for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit.
• Board-certified in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology by the time of the start.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a brain biorepository for neurodegenerative research studies.
• Coordinate with donor sites and studies across the US and globally.
• Participate in education, teaching, and diagnostic neuropathology services.

Skills

Neurodegeneration expertise

Neurogenetics expertise

Clinical service experience

Research in neurodegenerative disease

Biorepository management

Education

MD or equivalent

Eligibility for California medical license

Job description

Position Overview

Position title: Neuropathologist Scientist

The Department of Pathology at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine is seeking a Neuropathologist Scientist with expertise in neurodegeneration and neurogenetics, at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Appointment will be tenure‑track at the Assistant Professor level and will be based on the candidate’s background and experience. Series will include 50% Ladder Rank / 50% In‑Residence with secured extramural funding or 100% Ladder Rank.

Salary Range

The base pay range for this position is $112,500 – $145,700. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan.

Application Window

Open date: April 6, 2026
Most recent review date: Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Tuesday, Apr 6, 2027 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)

Position Description

The successful candidate will help develop and lead a brain and related biospecimens biorepository and coordinating center for primarily neurodegenerative research studies and appropriate reference/controls. The position will include coordinating with donor sites and studies across the US and globally, organizing transport/shipping, collecting, imaging, preserving, evaluating, and distributing tissue from donors across a spectrum of neurologic disorders.

The position includes extensive collaboration on both intramural and extramural research projects, including participation in the national and international networks/consortia. The successful candidate will develop and sustain an extramurally funded research program that leverages the biorepository resources via cutting‑edge methods such as spatial transcriptomics/proteomics and digital pathology analyses.

Additionally, the candidate will participate in fellow, resident, and graduate and/or medical student education, teaching, and university service, and will have the opportunity to participate in diagnostic neuropathology clinical services.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

• MD or equivalent or MD/PhD in Cell/Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or related fields.
• Eligibility for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Additional Qualifications (required at time of start)

• Board‑certified in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology by the time of the start of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of additional post‑fellowship experience that includes clinical service and research in neurodegenerative disease involving a brain biorepository.
• At least 3 peer‑reviewed publications related to neurodegenerative disease research.
• At least 1 year of experience in brain biorepository management, spatial analytics, digital pathology, and participation in multi‑institutional, collaborative projects.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional – optional
• COVID‑19 Impact Statement – optional.

Reference Requirements

• 3–5 references (contact information only).

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04462

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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 any other protected status under state or federal law.