What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Neuro-Oncology position at UC San Diego and Careers?
Position overview
Position title: Neuro-Oncology FacultyApplication Window
Open date: September 5, 2025
Most recent review date: Sunday, Oct 5, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Saturday, Sep 5, 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, including 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
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
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Misc / Additional (Optional)
References may be requested from all finalists.
Help contact: fmarciel@ucsd.edu
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.
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.
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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
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Job location
Salary : $200,000 - $350,000