The Department of Dermatology at Stanford University seeks a board certified or eligible dermatologist to join the Department as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in the University Tenure Line. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated excellence in translational research, experience mentoring trainees, and the clinical expertise to advance our department's mission at one of the world's leading academic medical institutions.

The predominant criterion for appointment in the University Tenure Line is a major commitment to research and teaching.

Faculty rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

The successful applicant should have a M.D./Ph.D or M.D. degree from an accredited institution, board certification or eligibility in dermatology, and a valid medical license to practice.

We expect the successful candidate to build and lead an independent research program in translational dermatological science, cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations across basic and clinical science, and maintain an active clinical practice that informs and strengthens their scholarly work. The candidate will support the department's educational mission through teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, and will engage actively with the broader scientific community through professional societies and national and regional conferences.

Applications will be reviewed beginning July 10, 2026 and accepted until position is filled.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.

The university’s central functions of research and education depend on freedom of thought, and expression. The Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.

Apply above with CV, a brief letter outlining their interest and the names of three references.

For questions, please contact Miriam Christoph at dermatologyfacultyaffairs@stanford.edu or 650-723-4870.

The expected base pay range for this position is:

This pay range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. It does not include all components of the School of Medicine’s faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental incentive compensation programs. For more information about compensation and our wide-range of benefits, including housing assistance, please contact the hiring department.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About Stanford University

Located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of Silicon Valley, Stanford University is recognized as one of the world's leading research and teaching institutions. Leland and Jane Stanford founded the University to "promote the public welfare by exercising an influence on behalf of humanity and civilization." Stanford opened its doors in 1891, and more than a century later, it remains dedicated to finding solutions to the great challenges of the day and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world. The University's thriving diverse community is comprised of nearly 7000 undergraduate students, 9000 graduate students, 2000 faculty members, 1900 postdoctoral scholars, and over 11,000 academic and administrative staff in seven schools including several interdisciplinary research centers and institutes. The campus spreads over 8000 contiguous acres and nearly all undergraduates live on campus. Stanford offers bachelor's and master's degrees in addition to doctoral degrees (PhD, MD, DMA and JD) plus a number of professional and continuing education programs and certifications. More at http://facts.stanford.edu and http://www.stanford.edu.

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