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Associate or Full Professor - Vice Chair of Research

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Position description

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California San Diego is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff and student body and is seeking a Vice Chair of Research at the level of Associate or Full Professor.

The Department is interested in candidates who have a commitment to research excellence, demonstrated leadership, and participation in teaching, research, service, and in building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

We are currently ranked 4th among Ob/Gyn departments in NIH funding and have active research programs in neuroendocrine control of reproduction, circadian rhythm, puberty, placental biology, exRNA biology, PCOS, stress, spermatogenesis, early embryo development, gynecologic cancer, pelvic floor muscle physiology, contraception, and the reproductive microbiome.

The successful candidate will benefit from the highly stimulating and collaborative environment within the department. The Vice Chair of Research reports directly to the department Chair and collaborates with the Vice Chair of Translational Research and other department members to optimize and oversee the research components of our department. The Research Vice Chair will advise the Chair on research matters and meet with the Chair on a regular basis.

Responsibilities include committee participation on the following departmental committees:
• Department Executive Committee
• Department Vice Chairs Committee
• Department Research Advisory Committee
• Chair the Department Space Committee
• Department Search Committees for FTE Faculty

Appointment will be at the Associate or Full Professor rank.

A link to full description of the series is provided for your review:

Ladder Rank Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-220.pdf

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on the University of California pay scales. 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: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-671.pdf

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. With this commitment, UC San Diego requires all candidates for academic appointments with tenure or security of employment to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled “Authorization to Release” into RECRUIT as part of their application.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have a PhD in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences or equivalent degree and a current research program in a discipline relevant to Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences with a track record of obtaining substantial extramural funding and high productivity with regards to peer-reviewed publications.

Application Requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.

  • Authorization to Release Form - Applicants must complete, sign and upload this form. See Institutional Reference Check (https://aps.ucsd.edu/recruitment/background_check/) for more information.

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03003

Help contact: m6morales@ucsd.edu

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.

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