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Postdoctoral Scholar Position - Clinical Orthopaedic Research
DESCRIPTION
UC Davis Health School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, an academic/clinical department, encompassing several sub-specialties, working to achieve excellence in patient care, research and public service. The Department’s strategy is built on four pillars: Impactful Advocacy; In-demand, World-Class Education; Innovation through Leading-Edge Research; and World-Class Quality, Value-Driven Clinical Care.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery invites applications from qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Scholar position (full-time) in clinical orthopaedic research. This research position will bridge orthopaedics and public health sciences. We aim to recruit outstanding individuals with the appropriate background and/or experience, capable of interacting with our many collaborators, and working with minimal supervision.
Candidates should have a MD or PhD degree (or equivalent degree) in a field that meet the needs of the department. Postdoctoral scholars are evaluated for employment based on evidence of contribution to a research program, authorship/acknowledgment in peer-reviewed publications and conference papers, involvement in grant applications, active dissemination of information, and other evidence of expertise. The Postdoctoral scholar will maintain professional competence and may perform university and public service.
UC Davis requires all applicants to complete a misconduct disclosure form entitled, "Authorization of Release". See link for more information:
https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/employment-disclosure-requirements
APPLICATION PROCESS
For full consideration, applications must be received by Tuesday, March 27, 2026, applications will be considered on a rolling basis, early submission is recommended. The following information is required: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Authorization to Release Information form, and contact information for 3-5 references. We invite candidates to submit an optional Statement of Contribution as part of their application. This statement should highlight how your experience and expertise have positively impacted education, research, exceptional patient care, community engagement, and inclusive excellence for students, trainees, patients, or community members from diverse backgrounds.
To apply, please send applications by email to Robyn Baker, Academic HR Analyst II, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at rnbaker@health.ucdavis.edu
For more information about our program, please visit our website: https://health.ucdavis.edu/orthopaedics/research/postdoc-research-page.html
The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.
UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).
Applications deadline:
March 27, 2026
Send application to:
rnbaker@health.ucdavis.edu