Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Adjunct) Nephrology Research

Position Description

The Division of Nephrology-Hypertension in the Department of Medicine at UC San Diego seeks investigators with expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) to support its expanding research portfolio.

The selected candidate will:

• Conduct research focused on CKD with an emphasis on how mitochondrial dysfunction and microvascular injury contribute to physical and functional decline.
• Contribute to identifying new biomarkers and therapeutic targets.
• Participate in teaching and training students, residents, and/or fellows.
• Have opportunities for broader leadership responsibilities within the division.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications (Required at Time of Application): MD, MD/PhD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in a health-related field.
• PREFERRED Qualifications: Minimum one year of experience designing and evaluating clinical trials or observational studies related to kidney disease.

Application Requirements

• Documents:
• Curriculum Vitae (updated)
• Cover Letter
• Additional Materials (Optional)
• References:
• Contact information for 3–5 referees (no letters required at submission stage)

About UC San Diego

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to academic excellence and diversity across faculty, staff, and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected categories.