Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Pediatric Neurologists

Position overview

Position title :

Pediatric Neurology Faculty

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 $90,700 - $238,300. 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 : May 20, 2025

Most recent review date : Sunday, Jun 22, 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, May 20, 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 at UC San Diego (http : / / neurosciences.ucsd.edu / ) is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff and student body. We are seeking candidates with expertise in general pediatric neurology, neonatal neurology, epilepsy, and movement disorders to join our Pediatric Neurology Division.

The Department of Neurosciences is one of the most academically productive in the nation and is part of a top-ranked medical school. We provide outstanding opportunities for professional development in education, patient care, and academic pursuits.

The Pediatric Neurology Division is based at Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, the largest pediatric hospital on the West Coast and recognized as a Top 10 Children's Hospital on the U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll. The Division offers comprehensive general pediatric neurology services and specialized clinics in epilepsy, headache, neuromuscular disease, neuro-oncology, neurogenetics, neurodevelopmental disabilities, Down syndrome, Rett syndrome, neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases, and movement disorders. Additionally, an active neonatal neurology team provides coverage for three Level III neonatal intensive care units throughout San Diego County.

The Pediatric Neurology Division plays an integral role within the Department of Neurosciences, fully engaging in innovative research, state-of-the-art clinical care, and interdisciplinary collaborations. The Division also hosts an ACGME-accredited pediatric neurology residency program and supports an active rotation and conference schedule for residents.

The selected candidates will join a collaborative team of pediatric neurologists. Responsibilities will include the clinical care of patients and teaching, with opportunities to develop a patient-oriented research program.

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

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree and must be board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric neurology.

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

Preferred qualifications

Candidates applying for a subspecialty position in neonatal neurology, epilepsy, movement disorders, or neurodevelopmental disabilities with a minimum of three years in the relevant subspecialty are preferred.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Authorization to Release Information Form - The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in university programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. With this commitment, UC San Diego requires all candidates for academic appointments to complete, sign, and upload the Misconduct Authorization of Information Release form into AP Recruit as part of their application. If the candidate does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration. Although all applicants for faculty recruitments must complete the entire application, only finalists considered for positions will be subject to an institutional reference check.

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

References may be requested from all finalists.

Apply link :

https : / / apol-recruit.ucsd.edu / JPF04285

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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• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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Job location

San Diego, CA