Assistant/Associate/Full Professor – Ocular Disease, Ocular Biology, Ocular Ther

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor – Ocular Disease, Ocular Biology, Ocular Therapeutics

University: University of California, Berkeley – Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry and Vision Science

Position Overview

We seek applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. The candidate will be based in the School’s multiple clinical facilities and research labs focusing on ocular disease, ocular biology, and therapeutics. Opportunities exist for cross‑program collaboration within the UC Berkeley campus and external institutions.

Compensation

Salary ranges from $80,800 (Assistant Professor, 9‑month appointment) to $270,000 (Full Professor, 11‑month appointment). Off‑scale and additional pay may be offered for competitive reasons.

Anticipated Start

July 1 2026 or January 1 2027.

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open: November 20 2025 | Final date: December 31 2025, 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Applications accepted until this deadline.

Position Description

The School is committed to addressing family needs of faculty, supporting diverse career paths, and fostering excellence in teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will develop strong collaborations locally, nationally, and globally.

Department

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required)

• Clinical degree (OD, MD, DO, PharmD, DVM, or equivalent) and/or a PhD (or equivalent international degree).

Preferred qualifications

• Research and clinical training. Potential for exceptional basic, clinical, and/or translational research achievements; excellence in teaching in professional (Doctor of Optometry) and graduate (PhD in Vision Science) curricula.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research Interests and Future Plans – discuss research accomplishments, future plans, publication record, inclusive practices.
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring – discuss prior teaching, pedagogy, mentoring experience, inclusive practices.
• Statement of Service – discuss academic, professional, public service activities.
• Authorization to Release Information Form – required for reference check when selected.
• Selected Publications (minimum 3) + Optional 2.

Reference Requirements

• 3–5 references (contact information only). For serious consideration only; permission required before contacting.

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About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its mission. The institution is an equal‑opportunity employer and requires all Senate faculty applicants to submit a signed Authorization of Information Release form.

Job Location

Berkeley, CA

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

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