Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Chief of Pediatric Urology

Position overview

Position title: Chief of Pediatric Urology 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 $250,000 - $500,000. 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: 2025-2026 Academic Salary Scales

Application Window

Open date: April 1, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Apr 1, 2027 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 University of California, San Diego (UCSD) School of Medicine, Department of Urology is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to serve as Chief of Pediatric Urology and join a large, collaborative group practice of urologists within a nationally recognized academic health system.

The role will involve leading and advancing a comprehensive Pediatric Urology program, including management of a diverse and complex patient population drawn from a large regional referral base. The role will also involve managing a diverse patient population coming from a large referral area and practice and coverage at Rady Children's Hospital. The successful candidate will play a central role in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, and will be expected to foster excellence in clinical care, education, and research.

The appropriate series and appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience. Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
In-Residence Professor (APM 270)
Adjunct Professor (APM 280)

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: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)

Department: https://urology.ucsd.edu/

Hospital: http://www.rchsd.org

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

• Candidates must have an MD or equivalent or an MD/PhD in health-related fields.
• Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the California Medical Board.
• Candidates must have completed a Urology residency program.
• Candidates must have completed a Pediatric Urology fellowship program.
• Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Urology.

Preferred qualifications

• Candidates with a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in complex reconstructive urology (spina bifida, cloaca, re-do hypospadias) are preferred.
• Candidates who have built a successful pediatric urology research program are preferred.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)