The Department of Botany and Plant Sciences at the University of California, Riverside seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant level focusing on modern plant systems biology or biotechnology, with a particular interest in synthetic biological, and omics-scale approaches to understanding and designing plants and associated ecosystems, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research incorporates systems biology, natural product biochemistry, or ecosystem-level approaches to understand and improve plant productivity and resilience to climate change both for societal benefit and to enhance the sustainability of natural resources. Applicants utilizing model systems, including those relevant to agriculture, as well as those who study complex natural systems are highly encouraged. Applicants should have a passion for training the next generation of plant biologists. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, extramurally funded research program. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
The UC salary consists of a base pay of $78,200 to $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: Ph.D. in Life Sciences or a related field.
Preferred qualifications for this position include: Research experience with one or more of the following: synthetic biology, biotechnology; the generation and analyses of large 'omics datasets; plant molecular biology and physiology, ecosystems-level analyses.
Additional qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of hire include: Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise that complements or enhances existing strengths in plant biology/sciences.
Advancement through the Professor 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.
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Review of applications will commence on December 18, 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 Sean Cutler, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Botany and Plant Sciences, at sean.cutler@ucr.edu . For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at ashleigh.bennett@ucr.edu .
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