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Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Scripps Research Institute logoScripps Research Institute
La Jolla, California, USA
Deadline: 8 Jan 2027
Posted: Oct 11, 2026

NL Highlights

Establish an active, independent, and innovative research program at the forefront of their field.
Conduct cutting-edge experimental research that addresses significant biological questions.
Contribute to the collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment at Scripps Research.

Details

Reference

12865575

Salary & Funding

Commensurate on experience

Duration

Permanent

Eligibility

Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
Outstanding record of research demonstrating originality.

Next Steps

1
Submit a cover letter.
2
Submit Curriculum Vitae.
3
Provide three professional references.
4
Submit a current research statement.

Opportunity Overview

Job Details

Scripps Research is conducting a broad faculty search for an outstanding candidate for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in one of the following departments: Chemistry, Immunology & Microbiology, Integrative Structural & Computational Biology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Translational Medicine, or Neuroscience.

We are especially interested in candidates whose research programs combine a multidisciplinary perspective with cutting-edge experimental approaches.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent in a relevant discipline, and an outstanding record of research that demonstrates originality in addressing significant biological questions. Successful candidates will be expected to establish an active research group, be an interactive member of the faculty, and participate in interdisciplinary research and training.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

  • A cover letter
  • Their Curriculum Vitae
  • Three professional references
  • A current research statement
  • A future research plans statement

Candidates are also requested to enclose a statement describing how their program can uniquely benefit from resources and expertise available at Scripps Research.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by an interdisciplinary Search Committee. The first round of review will include applications submitted by December 31, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled, or through the close of May 2027. Anticipated start date is Fall 2027.