Assistant or Associate Professor, Dermatology (Clin X Series)

Position overview

Salary range:
Total Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation includes AAMC salary benchmarks for Dermatology, MD ranging from $300,000 - $333,875. The posted UC salary scales set the base pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Application Window

Open date: January 27, 2026

Most recent review date: Friday, Feb 27, 2026 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: Friday, Apr 24, 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

The Department of Dermatology at the University of California, Irvine is recruiting outstanding applicants for a Dermatologist at the Assistant/Associate rank-Clinical X Series. Candidates must possess a M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./PhD degree in the field of Dermatology or equivalent, and must be board eligible or board certified in Dermatology.

The successful candidate will work with a collaborative group of 23 faculty, 16 residents, 1 fellow, and dedicated staff within the department of dermatology.

In addition, the candidate will be expected to be part of UCI Skin, UC Irvine's funded P30 Skin Disease Research Center, and participate in joint events which include the UCI Skin club which meets weekly, the annual Skin Symposium, and UCI Skin's T32 training grant retreats and activities.

Criteria for the Professor of Clinical "X" Series: All ranks will be expected to have a record of substantial research; lead or have a significant intellectual and substantive contribution to a research program and/or be involved in other creative activities that would be expected to position the candidate, over time, to be a recognized academic leader in their field and obtain peer-reviewed funding. Creative activity may be highly integrated into clinical activities.

To achieve this goal, the incumbent will be expected to conduct substantial research; provide patient care or conduct patient oriented research; teach fellows, residents, and medical students; and perform public and University service. Positions and the extent of protected time are dependent upon funding.

Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Appointment to this position is eligible for annual renewal and provides membership to the Academic Senate.

A link to a full description of Clinical X series is provided for your review:

Clinical X Professor - see:

For more information about the Department of Dermatology, please visit: Dermatology: Home | UC Irvine School of Medicine

What We Offer:

* A competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.

* Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, & vision.

* Generous vacation time and professional development support.

* A desirable location in beautiful Orange County. Residents enjoy a high standard of living, great schools, limitless year-round recreational and outdoor activities, world-famous beaches, the arts, sports, an abundance of great cuisine, and cultural diversity.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should apply through UC Irvine's RECRUIT system located at:

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Candidates must possess a MD, PhD, or MD/PhD degree in the field of Dermatology or equivalent.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Statement of Research

• Reflective Teaching and Mentoring Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

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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.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
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Job location
Irvine, CA