Ladder Rank Faculty Position – Assistant Professor

UCSF Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics seeks creative, innovative scientists for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position at the Mission Bay Campus in San Francisco. We welcome applicants defining and addressing fundamental questions in modern biology, including basic and biomedical sciences, biochemistry, evolutionary biology, structural biology, cell biology, developmental biology, systems biology, and computational biology.

About the Role

The successful candidate will establish a dynamic, interactive research program and join one or more top-ranked interdisciplinary graduate programs. UCSF provides resources to effectively launch faculty programs, including a strong mentoring culture, competitive start-up packages, administrative support, and state-of-the-art facilities for advanced light and cryo-electron microscopy, high-throughput small molecule screening, cytometry, and animal care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a cutting-edge research program in modern biology.
• Mentor students and promote the success of a diverse student population.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary graduate programs and the broader scientific community at UCSF.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• Demonstrated significant research accomplishment and potential.
• Commitment to mentorship and fostering an inclusive academic environment.

Application Materials

Applications must include the following:

• A modified NIH-style biosketch with sections:
  • Personal Statement (300 words max): Overarching research vision, suitability for the department, training, previous work, envisioned collaborators, and future research goals.
  • Position, Scientific Appointments, and Honors: List in reverse chronological order, including awards, scholarships, fellowships, and development awards.
  • Contributions to Science: Up to five significant contributions (300 words max each), detailing the scientific problem, central findings, influence on science/health/technology, and your specific role. Include up to four relevant publications or preprints per contribution.
  • Link to Published Work: Single link to published work (e.g., NIH My Bibliography, Google Scholar, ORCID).
• A description of future research plans (2 pages max, including figures, excluding references).
• A one-page teaching statement, including formal and informal mentoring activities.
• Three letters of recommendation.

Pay

Total compensation ranges from $185,000 to $230,000, including base salary and negotiated pay for Health Sciences Compensation Plan members.

Schedule

• Review of applications begins October 15, 2025.
• Interviews occur in two phases: video conference in December and in-person visits in January.

Direct inquiries to Bch-Faculty.Search@ucsf.edu.