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The University of California, Riverside (UCR) is currently accepting applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant level in metabolomics, focusing on cellular and physiological adaptive responses, as well as plant metabolism and nutrition with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. This position is part of a major initiative in the field of metabolomics, with UCR planning to expand its faculty in this research area over the next few years.

In addition to contributing to UCR's existing strengths in various areas such as the evolution of secondary metabolic pathways, medicinal plants, plant secondary metabolites, and human health, the successful candidate will engage in emerging research areas like microbiomes, eco-metabolomics, and quantitative metabolomic imaging, alongside downstream analyses. Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to teach courses related to biochemistry, metabolomics, and later contribute to the development of a course for a master's program in metabolomics.

Candidates for this position will hold appointments in the Department of Botany and Plant Sciences.

The University of California, Riverside is ranked among the nation's Top 15 Public Research Universities according to Washington Monthly. The successful candidate will have access to the state of-the art facilities in cores operated by the Institute of Integrative Genome Biology (IIGB), which includes Metabolomics Core, as well as cores dedicated to bioinformatics, microscopy, proteomics, and sequencing. Faculty are encouraged to collaborate broadly with colleagues at UCR and elsewhere, and entrepreneurship is encouraged.

UC salary consists of a base pay of $74,600 to $97,200 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: a Ph.D. degree in analytical disciplines such as biochemistry and biology of metabolism or other fields relevant to metabolomics and a minimum of 3 years of Postdoctoral experience. Candidates must demonstrate notable scientific contributions, evidenced by high-quality, peer-reviewed publications. A successful candidate is expected to establish an independent research program and must therefore demonstrate the potential to secure extramural funding. The candidate’s research interest must incorporate metabolomics analyses or provide a platform for the application or development of metabolomics techniques, including imaging, to biological signaling.

Preferred qualifications for this position include: should exhibit cutting-edge expertise in developing or applying metabolomics tools such as LC-MS/MS, MS imaging, and NMR based metabolomics to address key biological questions.

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. To apply: submit the following to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01975:

• Cover Letter – Short cover letter describing background and interests.

• Curriculum Vitae (including publication list)

• Teaching Evaluations (if available)

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy Statement – This statement should be a concise description of the applicant’s teaching and mentoring philosophy and include past experience and future teaching and mentoring plans. (2-page maximum)

• Statement of Research (2-page maximum)

• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence (2-page maximum) – The University of California is committed to excellence and equity in every facet of its mission. Applicants should summarize their past and planned contributions in relevant areas of faculty achievement that promote equal opportunity and diversity. These contributions to diversity and equal opportunity can take a variety of forms including specific actions and efforts to advance equitable access to education, public service that addresses the needs of diverse populations, research in a scholar’s area of expertise that highlights inequalities, or mentoring and advising of students and faculty members, particularly from underrepresented and underserved populations.

• Letters of Reference – At time of submission, applicants should provide contact information and request letters of recommendation from 3 referees to be submitted through UC Recruit, Letters will need to be submitted to AP recruit from the letter writers by October 25, 2024.

Review of applications will begin on October 25, 2024, and proceed until the 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 Katayoon Dehesh, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Botany and Plant Sciences, at kdehesh@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at ashleigh.bennett@ucr.edu .

UCR is centrally located within the Southern California area and situated in a historic citrus-growing area surrounded by mountain ranges. Riverside is an hour away from ski slopes, surfing, or hiking in mountain wilderness or desert environments, and housing in the area is affordable. The campus boasts a fully accredited childcare facility. UCR maintains a commitment to "family friendly" policies and programs including opportunities for spousal/partner hiring. UCR is in close proximity to a host of high-profile universities, research institutes, and biotech industries in Southern California.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.

For the University of California policies on Affirmative Action, Anti-Discrimination, and Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, see below.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, State, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

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