University of California, Berkeley
Assistant Professor - Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Overview
Assistant Professor - Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease - Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology
Position title: Assistant Professor
Salary range: The current salary range for this position is $80,800-$128,700 (9-month academic year salary); off-scale salary and other components of pay may be offered to meet competitive conditions.
Anticipated start: July 1, 2026
Application Window Open date: October 20, 2025
Next review date: Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
Position description The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology (NST) at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor faculty position in the broadly defined area of Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease.
We are looking for an individual who has established a robust research program investigating the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: the effects of nutrient intake on obesity and related disorders or malnutrition; the impact of various environmental interactions (such as biophysical, behavioral, socio-economic factors) on metabolic disorders; and the biological and molecular mechanisms that underlie these health effects, from molecular mediators to the regulation of metabolic fluxes or physiological processes.
This position encourages and supports research programs that have the potential to be translated into human applications, aiming to improve interventions or public policy that reduce the adverse health impacts of contemporary metabolic disorders. Applicants who study model organisms that may have translational potential for human metabolic disorders are welcome. This position will also optimally extend the campus's strength in understanding the impacts of socioeconomic status on human health and welfare.
NST focuses on the metabolic biology of nutrients in human health and disease and addresses current epidemics of metabolism-related diseases and conditions. NST offers a highly interactive environment with world-class research being conducted in a wide range of areas in Metabolic and Nutritional Biology. The appointee will benefit from access to PhD students in multiple interdepartmental programs and state-of-the-art core facilities and centers on campus. The appointee will contribute to the undergraduate education of students studying metabolic and nutritional biology. Numerous opportunities exist for interactions and collaborations with colleagues at UC Berkeley and in the Bay Area.
The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology recognizes the intrinsic relationship between diversity and excellence in all our endeavors; we embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development of all members as our obligation and goal.
The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. We are also interested in candidates who have had non-traditional career paths or who have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside academia.
For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please consider resources available to new faculty.
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Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application): All applicants must have a PhD (or equivalent international degree) or M.D. (or equivalent international degree) at the time of application.
Preferred qualifications
A documented record of high-quality work in Metabolic Biology and/or the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease, as well as willingness to participate in teaching and service at the University.
Proven research excellence in Metabolic Biology and/or the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease as demonstrated by a record of significant, impactful, and innovative publications.
Evidence of research and expertise at the interface between Human Health and Metabolic Biology.
Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program.
Current research plans that have the potential to result in a program of high merit and impact as an Assistant Professor.
Evidence of ability to contribute effectively to undergraduate and graduate teaching in a setting such as UC Berkeley.
Demonstrated ability to be a conscientious community member, with evidence of willingness to contribute to service in the Department, the Center and on campus.
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated CV.
Cover Letter - Up to 2 pages.
Statement of Research - Discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans (up to 5 pages).
Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests (up to 2 pages).
Statement of Service - Discuss prior and proposed academic, professional and/or public service activities.
Authorization to Release Information Form - A reference check will be completed if selected for a formal offer. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
Copy of Publication 1 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
Copy of Publication 2 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
Copy of Publication 3 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
(Optional) Copy of Publication 3
Reference requirements
3-5 letters of reference required
Apply link: A reference to the job application page. (URL not displayed here)
Help contact: NST manager
About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service. These values are embedded in our principles of community and commitment to a safe, inclusive environment.
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies may be directed to relevant UC Berkeley offices. 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 misconduct.
Job location Berkeley, CA
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Position title: Assistant Professor
Salary range: The current salary range for this position is $80,800-$128,700 (9-month academic year salary); off-scale salary and other components of pay may be offered to meet competitive conditions.
Anticipated start: July 1, 2026
Application Window Open date: October 20, 2025
Next review date: Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
Position description The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology (NST) at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor faculty position in the broadly defined area of Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease.
We are looking for an individual who has established a robust research program investigating the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: the effects of nutrient intake on obesity and related disorders or malnutrition; the impact of various environmental interactions (such as biophysical, behavioral, socio-economic factors) on metabolic disorders; and the biological and molecular mechanisms that underlie these health effects, from molecular mediators to the regulation of metabolic fluxes or physiological processes.
This position encourages and supports research programs that have the potential to be translated into human applications, aiming to improve interventions or public policy that reduce the adverse health impacts of contemporary metabolic disorders. Applicants who study model organisms that may have translational potential for human metabolic disorders are welcome. This position will also optimally extend the campus's strength in understanding the impacts of socioeconomic status on human health and welfare.
NST focuses on the metabolic biology of nutrients in human health and disease and addresses current epidemics of metabolism-related diseases and conditions. NST offers a highly interactive environment with world-class research being conducted in a wide range of areas in Metabolic and Nutritional Biology. The appointee will benefit from access to PhD students in multiple interdepartmental programs and state-of-the-art core facilities and centers on campus. The appointee will contribute to the undergraduate education of students studying metabolic and nutritional biology. Numerous opportunities exist for interactions and collaborations with colleagues at UC Berkeley and in the Bay Area.
The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology recognizes the intrinsic relationship between diversity and excellence in all our endeavors; we embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development of all members as our obligation and goal.
The Department of Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. We are also interested in candidates who have had non-traditional career paths or who have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside academia.
For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please consider resources available to new faculty.
Department p>
Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application): All applicants must have a PhD (or equivalent international degree) or M.D. (or equivalent international degree) at the time of application.
Preferred qualifications
A documented record of high-quality work in Metabolic Biology and/or the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease, as well as willingness to participate in teaching and service at the University.
Proven research excellence in Metabolic Biology and/or the Environmental Impact on Human Metabolic Disease as demonstrated by a record of significant, impactful, and innovative publications.
Evidence of research and expertise at the interface between Human Health and Metabolic Biology.
Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program.
Current research plans that have the potential to result in a program of high merit and impact as an Assistant Professor.
Evidence of ability to contribute effectively to undergraduate and graduate teaching in a setting such as UC Berkeley.
Demonstrated ability to be a conscientious community member, with evidence of willingness to contribute to service in the Department, the Center and on campus.
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated CV.
Cover Letter - Up to 2 pages.
Statement of Research - Discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans (up to 5 pages).
Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests (up to 2 pages).
Statement of Service - Discuss prior and proposed academic, professional and/or public service activities.
Authorization to Release Information Form - A reference check will be completed if selected for a formal offer. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
Copy of Publication 1 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
Copy of Publication 2 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
Copy of Publication 3 - Copy of a publication such as journal articles, book chapters, dissertation chapters or other products.
(Optional) Copy of Publication 3
Reference requirements
3-5 letters of reference required
Apply link: A reference to the job application page. (URL not displayed here)
Help contact: NST manager
About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service. These values are embedded in our principles of community and commitment to a safe, inclusive environment.
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies may be directed to relevant UC Berkeley offices. 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 misconduct.
Job location Berkeley, CA
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