Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) : Computational Biophysical Sciences

Position overview
Position title: Assistant Professor
Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $97,000-$130,000. ​
The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale of this position (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t1.pdf ). The base salary range, from the salary table, for this position is $74,600-$97,200.
“Off-scale salaries”, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
​Additional UCSD salary information can be found here: https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html

Application Window

Open date: November 15, 2023

Most recent review date: Thursday, Jan 18, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Sunday, Mar 31, 2024 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

The DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY (https://chemistry.ucsd.edu/ ) and DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS (https://physics.ucsd.edu/ ) within the School of Physical Sciences at UC San Diego invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in computational biophysical sciences at the nexus of statistical mechanics, data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in multidisciplinary collaborations across various departments, and contribute to an environment that fosters excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to develop a recognized program of excellence in both teaching and research. In addition, successful candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion in higher education as well as to helping shape and expand the University’s diversity initiatives (http://diversity.ucsd.edu ).

Teaching in general chemistry, biophysics, physical chemistry, and related topics will be expected. Ideally, the candidate will have skills and interest in teaching lecture and lab courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Review of applications will commence on December 18, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Information on contributions to diversity statements can be found at the following link: http://physicalsciences.ucsd.edu/faculty/contributions-to-diversity-statements.html .

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please visit the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program at http://aps.ucsd.edu/services/pop/index.html .

School: https://physicalsciences.ucsd.edu/

Department: https://chemistry.ucsd.edu/

Department: https://physics.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field and demonstrated ability to develop a recognized program of excellence in both teaching and research.
Candidate must have an evidence of scholarly impact, evidence of research productivity, and ability to advice and teach students.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Candidates must receive their Ph.D. before July 1, 2024.

Preferred qualifications

Candidate who has already demonstrated creativity, excellence and ability to develop a transformative independent research program in computational biophysical sciences.
Candidate who will benefit from synergy with existing infrastructure and collaboration opportunities while also bringing new perspective and expertise.
A candidate with a well-defined plan of contributing to programs that increase the access and success of underrepresented students and faculty in the sciences.
A candidate with skills and interest in teaching lab and lecture courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Statement of Research - Past and Proposed Research Interests.

• Statement of Teaching - Past and Proposed teaching and mentoring plans.

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or forthcoming plans for contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion. See the School of Physical Sciences Diversity Requirements or campus requirements Faculty Equity for more information.

• Publication 1

• Publication 2 (Optional)

• Publication 3 (Optional)

• Publication 4 (Optional)

• Publication 5 (Optional)

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03847

Help contact: [email protected]

About UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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.

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Job location
La Jolla, CA