We are seeking an outstanding integrative physiologist (broadly defined) 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. 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 which diversifies our 
expertise, and/or that which complements existing strengths in gastrointestinal, neuroimmune, 
musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory systems as well as 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. 
The initial screening of applications will be based on the evaluation of the candidates’ statement 
summarizing their research program, accomplishments, and future goals.

Minimum:
Candidates must possess a 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.

About UC Davis Veterinary Medicine

A global leader in veterinary medicine with a mission to advance the health of animals, people, and the environment, the school of Veterinary Medicine has a rich history of educating veterinarians and scientists, discovering new knowledge through a robust and progressive research enterprise and setting the standards in animal health care. There are rich opportunities to engage with both basic research scientists and veterinary and human clinicians in transdisciplinary research, and unique access to naturally occurring animal models of disease. Faculty are the heart of UC Davis Veterinary Medicine. UC Davis is ranked 9th nationally among public universities and its faculty are internationally renowned for their distinguished academic achievements. The School of Veterinary Medicine is ranked 1st nationally and the VMTH has one of the most diverse, robust caseloads of any academic veterinary health center in the world. The campus is adjacent to the city of Davis (population 70,000), 14 miles west of Sacramento (the capital of California), 45 miles northeast of Napa Valley, 72 miles northeast of San Francisco and 110 miles southwest of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. UC Da...vis offers a generous benefit package including retirement featuring an optional pension plan, and several work-life programs.

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