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University of California Riverside
  • Position Number: 5730763
  • Location: Riverside, CA
  • Position Type: Science - Physics


Tenure Track Faculty Position in Experimental Biophysics

University of California Riverside


The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California invites applicants for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Biophysics to conduct applied research for the University of California in Riverside, CA. This position will start on July 1, 2025. The final candidate will use physics-inspired cutting-edge techniques, tools and approaches in any area of biology ranging from single molecule studies of proteins to elucidating principles of biomolecular interaction, cell formation, function and signaling. The successful candidate is expected to establish an outstanding and well-funded research program involving graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and to contribute to departmental teaching at all levels. UCR is a world-class research university (member of the Association of American Universities) with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body.

The UC salary consists of a base pay of $78,200-$101,400 for Assistant Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made. Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale.

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field.

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.

To apply: submit curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of research and teaching objectives, teaching evaluations, statement of contributions to diversity, and arrange to have at least three referees submit their letter of recommendation directly to the AP Recruit site at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02010. Review of applications will commence on December 15, 2024 and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

For more information about this position, please contact Professor Roya Zandi, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics and Astronomy, at roya.zandi@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Melinda Hernandez, Academic Personnel, at melinda.hernandez@ucr.edu.

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) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HRSU). 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.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination."

University of California COVID-19 Vaccination Program 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.

To apply, please visit: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02010







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