Associate or Full Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Psychiatry Research

Position Overview Position title: Psychiatry Research Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $107,300 - $235,400. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: Application Window Open date: May 21, 2025 Most recent review date: Thursday, Apr 2, 2026 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: Thursday, May 21, 2026 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 Psychiatry within the School of Medicine at UC San Diego ( is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body. UC San Diego Psychiatry faculty provide exceptional clinical care, cutting‑edge research, and educational excellence. As a leader in innovative research, state‑of‑the‑art treatment, and comprehensive education in psychiatry, the department seeks to recruit basic, translational, and clinician scientists to our faculty. We provide an exceptionally collaborative environment to support interdisciplinary research and training approaches. Candidates interested in using cutting‑edge methodologies to illuminate the nature, mechanisms, and/or treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders are encouraged to apply. These methodologies include, but are not limited to, applying artificial intelligence approaches to large molecular, imaging, and/or clinical datasets to understand and transform brain health. Responsibilities: Conduct pioneering research in psychiatry and mental health. Secure and manage extramural funding to support research initiatives. Publish high‑impact findings in leading scientific journals. Mentor and inspire the next generation of psychiatrists and researchers. Develop and teach advanced courses in psychiatry and related fields (see Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify mechanisms and enhance clinical practices and patient care. Engage in community outreach to promote mental health awareness and education. The appointment at the 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 or 100% Ladder Rank. A link to the full descriptions of each series is provided for review: L. Ladder Rank Professor – I. In‑Residence Professor – As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Candidates must have a PhD in health sciences or related fields and/or an MD or equivalent. Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in clinical, translational, and/or basic research, an independent extramurally‑funded research program (e.g., NIH R01 or similar), and 5+ years of research in high‑impact journals with 1+ grants and/or publications in psychiatric research. Candidates must also have 5+ years of a track record of teaching and/or mentorship activities. Candidates with an MD or equivalent who will have clinical duties must be board‑certified or board‑eligible in their related field and must also be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Authorization to Release Information Form – The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in university programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. 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