Basic Neuroscientist

UC San Francisco Academic; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCSF Department of Psychiatry invites applications for an Assistant Professor level Basic Neuroscientist at the Weill Institute for Neurosciences, Mission Bay campus. The role emphasizes building an innovative, funded program in basic neuroscience related to neuropsychiatric disorders and promoting diversity and inclusion within the department.

Candidates with MD/PhD or equivalent and a strong publication record are preferred; PhDs with deep interest in psychiatric disorders will also be

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or equivalent.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Track record of investigational work in basic neurosciences relevant to neuropsychiatric disorders.
• Track record of collaborative approach to research.

Responsibilities

• Report to the UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Vice Chair for Research.
• Build and direct an actively-funded basic neuroscience research program.
• Collaborate effectively and develop joint programs with faculty members within the Department of Psychiatry, other departments at UCSF, and other colleagues to promote basic neuroscience research.
• Participate in departmental, university, and/or public service.

Skills

Peer-reviewed publications

Collaborative research

Neuroscience research

Education

MD, PhD, or equivalent

Job description

Basic Neuroscientist / Assistant Professor

DPBS Career Opportunities

The Department of Psychiatry at UCSF invites applications for positions at the Assistant Professor level for candidates with established skill in basic science research relevant to neuropsychiatric disease, broadly defined. MD or MD/PhD physician scientists with basic science postdoctoral research training are preferred, but PhDs with a demonstrated and deep commitment to understanding the basic underpinnings of psychiatric disorders will also be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an innovative, competitive, and collaborative research program based in the Weill Institute for Neurosciences at the UCSF Mission Bay campus, that contributes to the overall research mission of the Department. Successful candidates will also be expected to demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Department and University. Membership in the UCSF PIBS Neuroscience graduate program will also be offered if appropriate. Positions will be filled with an anticipated start date of March 2027 through late summer/fall 2027.

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or equivalent
• Record of peer-reviewed publications
• Track record of investigational work in the basic neurosciences relevant to neuropsychiatric disorders
• Track record of collaborative approach to research

Responsibilities

• Report to the UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Vice Chair for Research
• Build and direct an actively-funded basic neuroscience research program
• Collaborate effectively and develop joint programs with faculty members within the Department of Psychiatry, other departments at UCSF, and other colleagues to promote basic neuroscience research
• Participate in departmental, university, and/or public service

The total compensation for this position ranges from $121,900 - $250,000.

Total compensation at the University of California, San Francisco includes your base salary, which is determined by your rank and step at appointment, and negotiated pay for Health Sciences Compensation
Plan members.

• MD, PhD, or equivalent
• Record of peer-reviewed publications