Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Neurocritical Care Research Lead

Position overview

Position title: Neurocritical Care Research Lead

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 $192,000 - $320,000. 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: July 1, 2025

Most recent review date: Monday, Nov 17, 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: Wednesday, Jul 1, 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 (https://neurosciences.ucsd.edu/) at the University of California San Diego is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and student body.

UCSD Health, San Diego's exclusive academic health care system, is committed to advancing the care of neurocritical care patients through exemplary clinical care and cutting-edge research.

We are seeking accomplished candidates for the position of Neurocritical Care Research Lead in our expanding Neurocritical Care Program. Mid-career and senior neurointensivists are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the research leadership of UCSD's Neurocritical Care Program
• Attend 8-12 flexible weeks on service in UCSD's Neuro-ICUs
• Provide high-quality teaching and training to students, residents, and fellows

The appropriate series and appointment 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

Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.

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

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree, be Board certified in Neurocritical Care, and have a minimum of three years of experience as an attending Neurocritical Care physician.

Candidates must also possess, 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
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

References may be requested from all finalists.

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04331

Help contact: fmarciel@ucsd.edu