Assistant, Associate or Full Professor Neuro-Oncology

Company: UC San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Position overview

Position title:
Neuro-Oncology Faculty



Salary range:
The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $90,700 - $238,300. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2024-25-academic-salary-scales.html.










Application Window




Open date: May 20, 2025




Next review date: Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.




Final date: Wednesday, May 20, 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

The Department of Neurosciences (http://neurosciences.ucsd.edu) and Moores Cancer Center (cancer.ucsd.edu) at UC San Diego are committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff and student body and seek candidates who are committed to advancing innovative research while delivering outstanding patient care to join the Neurosciences and Medical Oncology faculty.

UC San Diego has a strong history of leadership in neuro-oncology research and clinical care, offering extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with Neurosciences, Neurosurgery, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, and basic science programs. The Moores Cancer Center, the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in San Diego, is a hub of excellence in research, treatment, education, and prevention, serving patients across Southern California. Located in La Jolla, California, UC San Diego offers a vibrant academic and professional environment, with exceptional schools, a thriving arts community, and an unmatched quality of life in a stunning coastal setting.

The selected candidates will play a key role in enhancing UC San Diego's neuro-oncology program, include developing and implementing cutting-edge clinical trials and contributing to the growth of the program's clinical services. The selected candidates will also teach and mentor medical students, residents, and clinical fellows, as well as provide clinical care to patients with neuro-oncologic disorders.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to a leading neuro-oncology program while living and working in one of the most desirable regions in the country. Candidates interested in advancing innovative research are encouraged to apply.

The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:

HS Clinical Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-278.pdf

Clinical X Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-275.pdf

In-Residence Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-270.pdf

Adjunct Professor - see: http://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-280.pdf

As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-671.pdf

Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.






Qualifications


Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MD, DO, or equivalent degree.

Candidates must have completed a UCNS-accredited fellowship in Neuro-Oncology.

Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Neuro-Oncology and must have, or be eligible for, a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.







Application Requirements



Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
• Cover Letter
  
• Authorization to Release Information Form - The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in university programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. With this commitment, UC San Diego requires all candidates for academic appointments to complete, sign, and upload the Misconduct Authorization of Information Release form into AP Recruit as part of their application. If the candidate does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration. Although all applicants for faculty recruitments must complete the entire application, only finalists considered for positions will be subject to an institutional reference check.
  
• Misc / Additional (Optional)
  
  
  
  Reference requirementsReferences may be requested from all finalists.
  
  
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  About UC San Diego
  
  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.
  
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  Job location
  San Diego, CA

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