As seen in the 12 June issue of Science:

FACULTY POSITION



The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Departments of Psychiatry and Cellular and Molecular Medicine are seeking candidates for a full-time academic faculty position (tenure track/tenured) at the ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR level. Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or M.D.-Ph.D.) degree in molecular genetics or a related field. Individuals should have a documented track record of research in conducting genomewide analyses of CNVs (copy number variations) with respect to identifying risk factors for a wide variety of neuropsychiatric diseases. Collaborations are available to work with research scholars in examining the genetic bases for schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, alcoholism, anxiety disorders as well as post traumatic stress disorder and other serious mental disorders. A proven track record in a research- or academic-related setting and a demonstrated track record in publishing peer-reviewed research articles and obtaining research grants are necessary. Candidates are invited to view the websites of the two departments at: http://psychiatry.ucsd.eduand http://cmm.ucsd.edu. The candidate's rank and step will be determined by individual academic qualifications and achievements. Salary is based upon University of California salary scales. Review of applications will begin on June 30, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and any other supporting documents to: Search Committee P/CMM, UCSD Department of Psychiatry, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0603.



UCSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity.