Faculty Position in Vision Research at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Rank

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 121,900 - 319,800; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) invites applications for a Faculty Position in Vision Research at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in the Department of Ophthalmology. The appointee will establish a significant research program and contribute to medical student, resident and fellow education, while participating in graduate education across campus.

Candidates from any field are welcome, with emphasis on stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, genome engineering,

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree (or equivalent degree).
• At least 3 years of postdoctoral experience.
• Evidence of high quality independent research.

Responsibilities

• Develop a substantial research program across basic and translational visual system research.
• Engage in medical student, resident and fellow education.
• Participate in campus graduate programs.

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD (or equivalent)

Job description

Position Description

Faculty Position in Vision Research at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Rank

The Department of Ophthalmology is engaged in a multi‑year program to expand its research faculty. We are initiating a search for research faculty at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. The candidate will be expected to develop a substantial research program and engage in medical student, resident and fellow education, and participate in campus graduate programs. Candidates from any field are welcome to apply to study basic and translational aspects of the visual system. We especially encourage applications from mid and senior level applicants studying stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, genome engineering, neurobiology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, and artificial intelligence.

Environment: The position offers an opportunity to join the thriving community of basic and translational researchers in the Bay Area. UCSF has a longstanding reputation for excellence in research and is the leading recipient of NIH funds among public universities and second overall. The scientific environment is enriched by cutting edge initiatives including the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, and Innovative Genomics Institute.

Requirements: PhD, or MD, or MD/PhD degree (or equivalent degree), at least 3 years of postdoctoral experience, and evidence of high quality independent research. Please submit your CV, cover letter, statement of research, statement of teaching, and contact information of 3 references to https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05855. Address cover letters to Aparna Lakkaraju, PhD, Search Committee Chair.

Positions 51% Effort or More

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/policy-covered-october-2025-scales/t5-summary.pdf. The minimum base salary range for this position is $121,900 - $319,800. The total negotiated salary for this position will include another component at the time of hire. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan ( https://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf ) which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Positions 50% Effort or Less

See Table 2 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,700 - $246,000.

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
• Statement of Teaching

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

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: Affi­nnative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

San Francisco, CA