Neuromuscular Disorders - Health Sciences Clinical Professor or ClinicalNeurology Series

Position overview

Salary range :

Total Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation includes AAMC salary benchmarks for Neurology ranging from $220,000.00 - $289,940.00. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and / or step at appointment. See the Professorial Series (Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, In Residence, Ladder Rank) and Professor of Teaching Series - Health Sciences Compensation Plan. This position includes membership in the health science compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Application Window

Open date : July 17, 2025

Most recent review date : Sunday, Oct 5, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 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.

Position description

Neuromuscular Disorders

The Department of Neurology at the University of California, Irvine, is inviting applications for full-time faculty positions. UC Irvine is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence in clinical and translational research, particularly in rare and ultrarare neuromuscular disorders.

We seek candidates eligible for appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in either the Clinical X or Health Sciences Clinical Professor series. Applicants must hold an M.D. or M.D. / Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience, Neurology, or a related field and be board eligible or certified in Neuromuscular Medicine.

The successful candidate will provide outstanding clinical care with a focus on one or more subspecialties within Neuromuscular Medicine. In addition, responsibilities include teaching medical students and residents, engaging in research activities, and contributing to university and public service. We especially encourage applicants with expertise in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, myopathies (including myositis and other muscle disorders), and those experienced in clinical trials involving gene therapy or cellular treatments for neuromuscular diseases. Candidates who complement our department's strengths in neuroscience and neuromuscular disorders are highly encouraged to apply.

We are looking for candidates with experience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary neurosciences center and those with experience with international, national, or regional professional societies. Experience in teaching and / or involvement in clinical research or clinical trials is highly desirable.

These positions are contingent on funding, with salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointments are for one year, with renewals based on continued support.

Criteria for the Health Sciences Clinical Professor Series : The successful candidate will teach fellows, residents, and medical students, provide patient care, participate in scholarly activities, and contribute to both University and community service.

Criteria for the Professor of Clinical "Neurology" Series : The successful candidate will be expected to conduct significant research, deliver high-quality patient care, and teach fellows, residents, and medical students. In addition, contributing to both University and public service is an important part of the role. Exceptional teaching skills are a key requirement for appointment in this series.

UC Irvine, located in Orange County with a population of more than three million, has a distinguished tradition of excellence in clinical neuroscience.

TO APPLY : [JPF09699]

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Department : Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

Applicants must hold an M.D. or M.D. / Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience, Neurology, or a related field and be board eligible or certified in Neuromuscular Medicine.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Candidates are welcome to discuss any work related to inclusive excellence in their written materials.

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Statement of Research

Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link : JPF09699

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine 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, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

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 that they committed any misconduct.

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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Orange, CA / Irvine, CA