Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X) Director of Fetal Cardiology

Position overview

Position title: Director of Fetal Cardiology 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 $272,000 - $418,000. 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/2025-26-academic-salary-scales.html

Application Window
Open date: July 14, 2025
Most recent review date: Sunday, Apr 5, 2026 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: Tuesday, Jul 14, 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 Division of Cardiology in the Department of Pediatrics (http://www.pediatrics.ucsd.edu) at UC San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego is committed to academic excellence among its faculty, staff, and student body and seeks a Director of Fetal Cardiology. This is a unique opportunity to lead and expand a highly respected program dedicated to the early detection, diagnosis, and management of congenital heart disease in utero.

Ranked among the ten Best Children's Hospitals in the nation by US News & World Report, Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego is a 511-bed non-profit pediatric teaching facility that provides exceptional medical and surgical care to a diverse population of one million children and adolescents. The Division of Pediatric Cardiology consists of 33 faculty members with depth in the full range of cardiac subspecialties, and three cardiac surgeons. The infrastructure includes a CTICU with 24/7 staffing by eight cardiac intensivists and 30 beds. Annual program volumes include approximately 400 cardiac surgeries, over 700 cardiac catheterizations, 20,000 echocardiograms, 15,000 outpatient visits, and 1,000 fetal cardiology visits. The Division has excelled in every aspect of its clinical mission, and our commitment to equity and inclusion drives every aspect of our clinical and academic pursuits. Program resources include a full-time dedicated fetal cardiac nurse coordinator and access to Heart Institute infrastructure, including research personnel, IT support, and administrative leadership.

As Director of Fetal Cardiology, the successful candidate will provide clinical and academic leadership for all fetal cardiology services, including fetal imaging, maternal/family consultations, diagnostic interpretation, and coordinated prenatal care planning. The role involves close collaboration with maternal-fetal medicine, neonatology, cardiothoracic surgery, and other pediatric subspecialties to ensure seamless perinatal care. Additional responsibilities include leading program development and outreach initiatives, engaging in quality improvement efforts, educating and teaching trainees, and contributing to research and academic scholarship.

The appropriate series and appointment at the 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

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

Department: http://pediatrics.ucsd.edu
Hospital: http://www.rchsd.org
Division: https://pediatrics.ucsd.edu/divisions/cardiology/index.html

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent.

Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Cardiology.

Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Candidates must also have completed at least 1 year of post-fellowship training in Fetal Cardiology.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of demonstrated expertise in fetal imaging and prenatal cardiovascular care.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements

• 0-3 required (contact information only)

References may be requested from finalists.