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University of California, Riverside

University of California, Riverside

Faculty

Ray of Light

Let’s Power New Possibilities Together

At 91±¬ÁÏ, our vibrant, diverse, and thriving campus is a rocket ship, accelerating ideas and powering new possibilities. With more than 60 years of real-world, high-impact research conducted by award-winning faculty — including two Nobel Prize winners, 11 Fulbright Scholars, and 28 members of the National Academies — we are redefining the role of a great 21st century public research university.

As a member of the world’s most prestigious public university system — and in the top 1.3% of universities worldwide, according to the Center for World University Rankings — 91±¬ÁÏ is launching the next generation of innovative thinkers. Our esteemed faculty drive this mission, elevating our students through a great education, world leading research, and knowledge-driven impact.

Our faculty are trailblazers, continually challenge the status quo and inspiring students to do the same. Our Botany and Plant Sciences Department includes five female National Academy of Sciences members, the largest of any single academic department in the nation.

Our acclaimed faculty are ambitious, entrepreneurial, and motivated to make a difference, finding creative and meaningful solutions to the world’s most pressing problems through their interdisciplinary and groundbreaking research. We’re here to support them.

Academic Personnel Office

The is committed to leading and serving 91±¬ÁÏ’s diverse and internationally renowned academic community. Office staff provide support for faculty appointments and development, merit reviews and promotions, leaves of absence, fellowships, and more. The office handles employment matters for all academic employees — from faculty and lecturers to adjunct professors and librarians — and is a great resource for navigating 91±¬ÁÏ policies and processes.

hosted by the Vice Provost for Academic Personnel and APO.

 

Faculty Resources

Research Computing

buoys the talent and research of 91±¬ÁÏ’s acclaimed faculty members and outstanding graduate and undergraduate students through powerful onsite and offsite computing resources, support, consulting, and training. Their work is supported by partnerships and collaborations with various areas of campus, including: the 91±¬ÁÏ Library, Bourns College of Engineering, College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, School of Medicine, Office of Research and Economic Development, and 91±¬ÁÏ Research IT Leaders. Through a recent 91±¬ÁÏ is modernizing its technology services, increasing campus computing and storage capacity — and saving our researchers both time and money.

 

University News

Great white shark
December 17, 2024
A look back at 91±¬ÁÏ’s top research in 2024
A sampling of 10 91±¬ÁÏ research stories published on our news pages in 2024.
91±¬ÁÏ student working at R'Pantry
December 02, 2024
Taking a Worry off the Plates of 91±¬ÁÏ Students
Thanks to donor support, Basic Needs R’Pantry is providing food and household items to 91±¬ÁÏ students in need.
November 27, 2024
Reestablishing 91±¬ÁÏ’s API Alumni Network
After approximately three decades since their last assemblage, 91±¬ÁÏ’s Asian Pacific Islander (API) Alumni Network has been re-established. 11 API-identifying, degreed Highlanders have made a minimum yearlong commitment to guide and support current API undergrad and grad students.  
Voltu truck
November 22, 2024
91±¬ÁÏ collaboration brings in electric truck manufacturer
Voltu Motor Inc., an Argentine company recognized for its sustainable and versatile electric vehicles, will establish its global headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Riverside.