Basic Neuroscientist / Assistant Professor

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Psychiatry at UCSF invites applications for Assistant Professor level positions for individuals with established skill in basic science research relevant to neuropsychiatric disease. MD or MD/PhD physician scientists with basic science postdoctoral training are preferred, but PhDs with a demonstrated commitment to understanding psychiatric disorders will also be considered.

Successful candidates will develop an innovative, competitive, and collaborative research program based

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead an actively funded basic neuroscience program.
• Collaborate with UCSF faculty to develop joint research programs.
• Contribute to departmental, university, and public service.

Skills

Collaborative research

Peer‑reviewed publications

Investigational basic neuroscience

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

Application Window

Open date: October 19, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Apr 19, 2028 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

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.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

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.

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.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
* "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
* APM - 035: Affiliation?

Job location

San Francisco, CA