Assistant Professor of Integrative Physiology

Position Overview

We are seeking an outstanding integrative physiologist for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure track) to join our faculty in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Cell Biology in the School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM), UC Davis.

Salary range: $183,100 – $206,100. Off‑scale salaries may be offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.

• Open date:
  October 22, 2025
• Most recent review date:
  Friday, Dec 5, 2025 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)
• Final date:
  Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)

Our department is a highly integrated group of faculty studying molecular, cellular, physiological, and pathophysiological mechanisms of health and disease. The candidate should have an active research program that focuses on interdisciplinary physiology research using state‑of‑the‑art approaches. We welcome research that diversifies our expertise and complements existing strengths in gastrointestinal, neuroimmune, musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory systems, and developmental biology. Candidates are expected to expand access to education and provide opportunities in research for students, trainees, and the community across various life and professional experiences.

• Research:
  Develop a creative, independent, and funded research program in integrated physiology, publish results in peer‑reviewed journals, and obtain extramural funding. Lead and direct research projects of graduate students, professional students, and postdoctoral scholars.
• Teaching:
  Actively participate in the teaching mission of the School of Veterinary Medicine, including lectures, laboratories, and other teaching activities in DVM, graduate clinical (resident) training, graduate education and mentoring (PhD, MS), and department‑driven undergraduate courses.
• Service:
  University and public service through committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education, and other appropriate means.
• Professional Competence:
  Advance the discipline of physiology within the School of Veterinary Medicine and locally and nationally. Establish a reputation for research excellence locally, regionally, and nationally.

• PhD and postdoctoral experience in physiology or a related field.
• Aptitude/experience in teaching broad‑based physiology or functional anatomy to professional or graduate students.
• Experience with grant writing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse community.
• Preferred:
  Acquisition of intra/extramural funding.

To receive full consideration, applications must be received by 12/5/2025 for full consideration; the position will remain open until filled.

• Cover Letter outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, and career goals.
• Curriculum Vitae (most recently updated C.V.).
• Statement summarizing the applicant’s research program, accomplishments, and future goals.
• Statement of didactic teaching experience and philosophy.
• Authorization to Release Information Form – required for all academic applicants.

• Four professional references (contact information only).

Davis, CA

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 and federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose any administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years pertaining to misconduct, current investigations, or appeals with a former employer. A signed Authorization to Release Information Form is required for consideration; incomplete applications will not be considered.

UC Davis is a smoke‑ and tobacco‑free campus.