Application Window
Open date: October 3, 2024
Next review date: Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Apr 3, 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
Associate/Full Professor of Surgery – Adult Thoracic Surgeon, Section Chief of Thoracic Surgery
Division of Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery
Department of Surgery
University of California, San Francisco
The Department of Surgery, Division of Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, is seeking outstanding candidates for a full-time academic Adult Thoracic surgeon to be the Section Chief of Thoracic Surgery. Candidates must be board certified in Thoracic Surgery. Candidates must also have at least 5 years of experience in adult thoracic surgery at an academic medical center, proven leadership skills, and a track record of program building and academic accomplishment. Candidates with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgery are strongly encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing all clinical, academic, research, and administrative activities in the section of Thoracic Surgery. This includes leading a team of surgeons and healthcare professionals, promoting innovative surgical techniques, advancing research in thoracic surgery, educating the next generation of thoracic surgeons, and providing exceptional patient care. The selected candidate will also collaborate with other departments and divisions to promote interdisciplinary approaches to patient care, research, and education. Successful candidates must have a proven track record of program building as well as effective leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. Research productivity is expected and protected time for research will be considered. Applicants should have a national reputation for clinical excellence and scholarship in thoracic disease.
Candidates must have recognized skills in the education of surgery residents and medical students and will be expected to be active participants in the Department’s residency training and educational programs.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. The minimum base salary range for this position is $184,700 - $393,200. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Please apply online at this link.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
- Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement
- Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
- 5 required (contact information only)
About UC San Francisco
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.
Job location
San Francisco, CA
