"Vice Chair for Perioperative Medicine"

The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Stanford University seeks a MD, MD/PhD, or foreign equivalent anesthesiologist to join the Department as Vice Chair for Perioperative Medicine at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the University Medical Line or Clinician Educator Line.

The Vice Chair for Perioperative Medicine will lead efforts to improve patient experiences and outcomes across the full perioperative continuum, from preoperative evaluation and optimization to postoperative management. This new role builds on the department’s legacy, established over two decades ago with the formation of the Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic, to expand and innovate care delivery pathways, educational programs, digital health initiatives, and novel technologies. This care model aligns with the department’s vision to be a global leader in anesthesiology by improving patient outcomes, transforming healthcare, and inspiring top talent. The integrated, multidisciplinary care model has strong backing from Stanford Medicine’s leadership.

• The major criteria for appointment for faculty in the University Medical Line shall be excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, clinical teaching, scholarly activity that advances clinical medicine, and institutional service appropriate to the programmatic need the individual is expected to fulfill.
• The major criterion for appointment as Clinician Educators is excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, teaching, administrative and/or scholarship appropriate to the programmatic need the individual is expected to fulfill.

Academic rank and line will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

The ideal applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, with a track record of leadership and accomplishments in the field of perioperative medicine. Responsibilities include overseeing strategic clinical, operational, educational and faculty development activities, with a focus on advancing patient care, fostering innovation, and mentoring future leaders. Success in this role requires cultivating a collaborative culture and engaging effectively with other services and departments. While not required, candidates with significant scholarly achievements and an interest in developing a research program in the area of perioperative medicine are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must have an MD or degree (or foreign equivalent) and be a board-certified (or equivalent) anesthesiologist who is eligible for a California license or exemption.

To apply, submit CV and a brief cover letter. For questions, please contact Dr. Martin Angst c/o Angelica Samano-Reyes (email: asreyes@stanford.edu).

The expected base pay range for this position is:

• Associate Professor:  $455,000–$465,000
• Professor:  $478,000–$499,000

This pay range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. It does not include all components of the School of Medicine’s faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental incentive compensation programs.