Open Rank Faculty Position In Physiology

The Department of Physiology and Membrane Biology (PMB) at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine invites applications to fill a ladder rank faculty position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Regular, Regular/InResidence or In-Residence series encompassing all levels in Physiology. The anticipated start date is January 2, 2024.

The Department is continuing to build research strength across all areas of physiology, including molecular, cellular, tissue and organ. We search for candidates who demonstrate excellence, originality and productivity in research and a strong interest in teaching and mentoring, combined with a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As part of a campus-wide initiative to hire faculty with a strong commitment to teaching, research and service that will:

• Promote the success of underrepresented people in medicine (i.e., African American, Latino(a)(x)/Chicano(a)/Hispanic, and Native American/Indigenous populations), faculty, patients, and community;
• Work to improve barriers preventing full participation of underrepresented people in higher education
• Address the needs of our increasingly diverse state; and

The successful candidate also will have an accomplished track record (calibrated to career stage) of teaching, research or service activities addressing the needs of underrepresented people, and a clearly articulated vision of how their work at UC Davis will continue to contribute to the University’s mission of serving the needs of our diverse state and student population. Applicants’ track record of engagement and activity related to diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as their plans for future engagement will be a significant part of the overall evaluation of the candidate’s qualifications for a faculty appointment. With this in mind:

The initial screening of candidates will be based on the evaluation of the candidates’ Cover Letter and Statement of Contributions to Diversity. Applicants are strongly recommended to read the guidelines for writing a diversity statement before completing their application materials. The link is

Appointees to the Regular/In-Residence series are required to conduct independent research indicated by high impact dissemination and publication. Both Regular and In-Residence faculty are expected to garner external funding to support their research, engage in teaching on a regular and substantial basis, and participate in University and public service. The ideal candidate will oversee a biomedical research program in the field of physiology. Participation in department, school, and university service is an expectation under our faculty shared governance model, as applicable.

Minimum Qualification

• Ph.D., MD./Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent in a biomedical science-related discipline awarded by the time of hire
• An outstanding record of research creativity, independence, and productivity. Search will be open to all areas of Physiology
• Experience or ability to foster collegiality and work collaboratively in a diverse environment
• Experience or ability to adhere to University policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications
We desire applicants who have identified strengths and experience in the following areas:

• Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate potential or evidence or ability to perform well at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars
• Evidence of commitment to or strong potential for commitment to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion for underrepresented minority students and groups (African-American, Latino (a)/Chicano (a)/Hispanic, and Native American), and how this commitment integrates with teaching, research, and service
• Excellence in research that compliments or extends existing research strengths in the department and the potential to attract extramural funding

Application Requirements
For full consideration, applications must be completed by May 1, 2023. However, the position will remain open until filled through December 31, 2023. Application packages must be submitted online through

• Statement of Teaching Accomplishments and Philosophy
• 3 - 5 Letters of Recommendation
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity
• Research Statement (if applicable)
• Authorization to Release Information
• Curriculum Vitae
• A one-page cover letter detailing qualifications for the position, indicating how professional interests will enrich and compliment the School of Medicine

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• Ph.D., MD./Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent in a biomedical science-related discipline awarded by the time of hire
• Experience or ability to adhere to University policies and procedures
• Search will be open to all areas of Physiology
• An outstanding record of research creativity, independence, and productivity.
• Experience or ability to foster collegiality and work collaboratively in a diverse environment

• Excellence in research that compliments or extends existing research strengths in the department and the potential to attract extramural funding
• Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate potential or evidence or ability to perform well at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars
• Evidence of commitment to or strong potential for commitment to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion for underrepresented minority students and groups (African-American, Latino (a)/Chicano (a)/Hispanic, and Native American), and how this commitment integrates with teaching, research, and service

• Authorization to Release Information - A reference check will be completed only if you are selected as the final candidate. Download, complete and upload the form:
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

• 3-5 letters of reference required

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