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Associate or Full Professor (Ladder Rank/In-Residence) Urology Benign Translational Research Faculty
Position overview
Position title: Benign Urology Translational Research FacultyApplication Window
Open date: June 11, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Jul 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Jun 11, 2027 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 University of California, San Diego (UCSD) School of Medicine, Department of Urology is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body and is seeking a benign urology translational researcher to serve as the Vice Chair of Basic & Translational Research. The Department of Urology seeks an established investigator capable of leading impactful research initiatives and elevating the department’s national profile.
The Vice Chair of Basic & Translational Research will coordinate research in the Genitourinary Microbiome across a broad range of urological conditions, including nephrolithiasis, urinary incontinence and prolapse, stricture disease, male infertility, prosthetics & biofilm, and genitourinary oncology. In addition, they will foster collaboration across departments and disciplines (including SIO, engineering, and data sciences). They will work closely with the Microbiome Institute and the Vice Chair of Clinical Research to translate innovation to bedside applications, develop a core research curriculum for trainees, teach, and provide ongoing research didactics. The successful candidate will establish and maintain independent peer-reviewed funding, accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into clinical practice, and mentor faculty and trainees to support their submissions as Principal Investigator for peer-reviewed funding.
The appointment 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:
Ladder Rank Professor (APM-220)
In-Residence Professor (APM-270)
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: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)
Department: https://urology.ucsd.edu/
Qualifications
Candidates must have an MD/PhD or equivalent, or a PhD in Biology, Microbiology, or a relevant discipline.
Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience leading a research laboratory with a focus on the Microbiome.
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in urological research, including collaborative work in bioengineering and biofilm.
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).
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Misc / Additional (Optional)
COVID-19 Impact Statement - We understand that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had a substantial impact on academic productivity. In our academic hiring processes, we will be keeping this in mind as we consider achievement relative to opportunity. We encourage you to reflect on constraints on opportunity in your field that were caused by the events of the pandemic and where applicable, to discuss your achievements in this light.
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About UC San Diego
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