Position Description
The Division of Biomedical Sciences within the School of Medicine at the University of California Riverside is seeking to hire faculty at the rank of tenured Associate or Full Professor. We are looking for accomplished biomedical researchers with active funded biomedical research programs with applications to human health and disease in the fields of cardiometabolic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease…
(MASLD). Preference will be given to those individuals examining the molecular mechanisms of human disease who are committed to a collaborative approach to research, and who are experts in their appropriate disease models. The successful candidates will have a primary appointment in the Division of Biomedical Sciences ( biomed.ucr.edu ).
The School of Medicine at UCR is the sixth University of California Medical School and serves the rapidly growing and dynamic Inland Southern California region by training a much-needed physician workforce and catalyzing innovations in research, education, and health care delivery that will improve the health of medically underserved populations. Laboratory and office space will be in the Gold-LEED School of Medicine research building.
Areas of research within the Division include addiction, cancer biology, drug discovery, endocrinology, GI physiology & disorders, pulmonology, integrative immunology, host-pathogen interactions, neurodegeneration, neurodevelopmental disorders and RNA biology. School of Medicine has 7 research centers: Center for Cannabinoid Research, Center for Glial-Neuronal Interactions, Center for Healthy Communities, Center for Health Disparities Research, Center for Molecular and Translational Medicine, Center for RNA Biology & Medicine and Community Responsive and Engaged Equity Research (CREER) in Mental Health Center. The Division of Biomedical Sciences sponsors an innovative Ph.D. program that integrates the core medical curriculum with biomedical graduate training and research, as well as a vibrant Master's Degree and post-baccalaureate program. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the medical curriculum and actively participate in the Biomedical Sciences graduate program. Joint appointments in SOM Division of Clinical Sciences are available for candidates with active clinical practices.
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., Pharm D., or equivalent degree and qualify for a tenured faculty appointment at the University of California. The appropriate rank at the Associate or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. After appointment, advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input. The University of California, Riverside is situated in a historic citrus-growing area surrounded by mountain ranges. Riverside is about an hour away from ski slopes, surfing, or hiking in mountain or desert environments, and housing in the area is very affordable. The campus is also located in a prime position to take advantage of the other universities, research institutes, and biotech industries present in Southern California.
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The posted UC salary scales (Academic salaries | UCOP) set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5 for the salary range. The Base Salary range for this position is $101,800 - $307,100. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan (2021 02 11 Hscp Plan), which provides eligibility for additional compensation.
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Initial review of applications will begin on December 11, 2026, and applicants will be considered until the positions are filled.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., Pharm D., or equivalent degree and qualify for a tenured faculty appointment at the University of California.
Preferred qualifications
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
Preference will be given to those individuals examining the molecular mechanisms of human disease who are committed to a collaborative approach to research, and who are experts in their appropriate disease models.
Application Requirements by Level
Associate Professor
Position title: Associate Professor
Submit a cover letter, most recently updated curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a Statement of Teaching, a Statement of Research, and Teaching Evaluations. In order to be considered, your application needs to be marked as completed.
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
- Teaching Evaluations
Reference requirements
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Provide contact information for 3-5 referees.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02370
Professor
Position title: Professor
Submit a cover letter, most recently updated curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a Statement of Teaching, a Statement of Research, and Teaching Evaluations. In order to be considered, your application needs to be marked as completed.
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
- Teaching Evaluations
Reference requirements
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Provide contact information for 3-5 referees.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02370
Help contact: brenda.carrion@medsch.ucr.edu
About UC Riverside
The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) and the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission is a preferred qualification.
We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge, experience, and goals that support the mission of UCR.
Job Location
Riverside, CA
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02370