Assistant Professor of Developmental Biology

Uc-SAN-Dieg; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's School of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Developmental Biology. The successful candidate will develop a funded research program spanning from molecular to organismal scales and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

Applicants should have a PhD in Biology or related fields, with at least three publications or preprints demonstrating relevant work, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or a related field required at time of application.
• Candidates should document at least two concrete goals for their scholarly and creative activities in their statement.
• Candidates should have at least three publications or preprints demonstrating relevant research experience.
• Proven potential to contribute to undergraduate and/or graduate education and mentoring, including outreach activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop an excellent research program funded by extramural sources.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in service activities within the department and university.

Skills

Scholarly goals

Publications/preprints

Teaching/mentoring experience

Outreach experience

Education

PhD in Biology or related field

Job description

The School of Biological Sciences, Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, hereby announces a search for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the field of Developmental Biology. Candidates working on cutting-edge questions related to developmental biology or regeneration in any animal, plant, or cellular system are welcome to apply. Those focused on advancing mechanistic (e.g. molecular, genetic, biophysical) biological discoveries through multi-scale research at organellar to organismal levels are strongly encouraged.

Required faculty responsibilities include developing an excellent research program supported by extramural funding, teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in service activities.

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.

• 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.