Open Faculty Positions

The Department of Dermatology at Stanford University seeks a board-certified or board-eligible dermatologist to join the Department/Division as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in the University Medical Line (UML). We are particularly interested in candidates who are driving innovative research that addresses critical patient-centered issues in adult medical dermatology.

The major criteria for appointment for faculty in the University Medical Line shall be excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, clinical teaching, scholarly activity that advances clinical medicine, and institutional service appropriate to the programmatic need the individual is expected to fulfill.

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

The successful applicant should have a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from an accredited institution, board certification or eligibility in dermatology, and a valid medical license to practice. The candidate should demonstrate expertise in investigative dermatology with a focus in patient-oriented research; experience in translational research and interest in interdisciplinary collaborations are highly encouraged. A strong record of, or potential for, publication in peer-reviewed journals is essential. Grant funding is encouraged in the interest of establishing regional or national recognition. Teaching experience in a clinical or academic setting is preferred.

We expect the successful candidate to play a key role in advancing research across any area of investigative medical dermatology that tackles critical patient-centered issues, contributing to the department's research profile. The candidate will foster impactful research initiatives and interdisciplinary collaborations that prioritize patient outcomes while supporting the department's educational mission through the development of specialty programs and advanced teaching methodologies for medical students and residents. Additionally, the candidate is expected to actively engage with professional societies and organizations, promoting collaboration and advocacy within the dermatology field and participating in national and regional conferences to stay up-to-date with emerging trends and best practices in patient care and research.

Applications will be reviewed beginning April 1, 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, candidate’s statement, including research statement, and the names of three references.

For questions, please contact Miriam Christoph at dermatologyfacultyaffairs@stanford.edu.

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.