Eve Plant Evolutionary Biology Assistant Professor
University of California, Davis·Davis, CA
- Type
- Full-time
Position overview
Salary range: The salary range for this position is $84,100-$108,900. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience. Application Window
Open date: August 17, 2026
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Department: https://eve.ucdavis.edu/
QualificationsBasic qualifications (required at time of application)
- A Ph.D. (or equivalent) at the time of appointment in the biological sciences or a related field.
- Demonstrated research accomplishments via publication of plant evolutionary biology research in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellence in research that complements or extends existing research strengths in the Department.
- An exciting program of future research with strong potential to attract extramural funding.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate potential or evidence of ability to perform well at both the graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars.
- Commitment to excellence in mentoring and training the next generation of scientists
- Demonstrated commitment to the UC Davis Principles of Community
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Current and Projected Research (3 pages max)
Statement of Teaching Interests, Philosophy, and Experience (2 pages max)
Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
Publication #1 - Representative Publications (up to three)
(Optional)Publication #2 (Optional)
Publication #3 (Optional)
- 3 letters of reference required
Help contact: cnduncan@ucdavis.edu
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Job locationDavis, CA
Job ID: JPF07777