Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Orthopaedic Surgery Translational[...]

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Orthopaedic Surgery Translational Research Faculty University of California San Diego Position Overview Position title: Orthopaedic Surgery Translational Research Faculty Salary range (Assistant Professor): $118,000 - $153,000; (Associate or Full): $145,500 - $245,900 Open date: March 26, 2026 Final date: Friday, Mar 26, 2027 (Pacific Time) Position Description The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery within the School of Medicine at the University of California San Diego is committed to academic excellence. We are seeking research scientists or clinician-scientists with a cutting‑edge translational research program focused on musculoskeletal physiology and disease. Responsibilities include leading a successful research program, contributing to the education, teaching, and mentorship of UCSD undergraduate, graduate, and medical students, as well as residents, and providing service to the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. The successful candidate will develop and lead an innovative, independently funded research program focused on structure‑function relationships in musculoskeletal systems, integrating basic science and clinical investigation within a strong translational framework. The candidate will also articulate and implement a clear strategic vision to sustain, grow, and advance the research program over time. Appointment will be tenured or tenure‑track. The appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience. Series will include 50% Ladder Rank / 50% In‑Residence with secured extramural funding. Qualifications Basic Qualifications (required at time of application) MD, DO, or equivalent, MD/PhD, or a PhD in Bioengineering, Physiology, Biology, or a related orthopaedics field. For MD, DO, or equivalent with clinical duties: board‑certified or board‑eligible and must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit. Associate/Full Professor Candidates must have a track record of 2+ years of experience leading a clinical, translational, and/or basic research program, including an independent, extramurally funded research program (e.g., NIH R01 or equivalent). Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Assistant Professor Candidates must have completed at least two years of postdoctoral training by the time of the start of the appointment. Preferred qualifications Assistant Professor Candidates with a track record of 2+ years of experience leading a clinical, translational, and/or basic research program, including an independent, extramurally funded research program (e.g., NIH R01 or equivalent) are preferred. Associate/Full Professor Candidates with 5+ years of experience leading a clinical, translational, and/or basic research program are preferred. Candidates with an independent extramurally‑funded research program (e.g., NIH R01 or equivalent), 5+ years of peer‑reviewed publications in high‑impact journals, and 2+ funded grants, are preferred. Application Requirements Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Misc / Additional (Optional) COVID‑19 Impact Statement (Optional) Reference Requirements 3 required (contact information only) EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Contact for help: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California San Diego