Position overviewPosition title: Musculoskeletal (MSK) 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 pay range for this position is $400,000 - $430,000. 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: 2026-2027 Academic Salary Scales
Application Window Open date: November 2, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Dec 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Nov 2, 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 descriptionThe Department of Radiology at the University of California, San Diego is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and student body. We are currently recruiting full-time and part-time faculty to join our Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiology team.
Clinical responsibilities include interpreting MSK radiographs, DEXA, CT, MRI, and ultrasound studies, as well as performing image-guided procedures such as joint injections, aspirations, and biopsies using fluoroscopy, ultrasound, or CT. The selected candidates will provide on-site coverage at multiple clinical locations, with hybrid work opportunities and home PACS workstations available for eligible remote clinical assignments, depending on departmental needs. On-site presence is required for procedures, teaching, and designated clinical coverage.
Selected candidates will also teach medical students, diagnostic radiology residents, and MSK fellows; contribute to multidisciplinary conferences and other division and departmental academic activities; and complete UCSD-certified moderate sedation training as part of their procedural responsibilities. Selected candidates will also have opportunities to participate in clinical and translational research and collaborate with colleagues across orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine, rheumatology, oncology, and other specialties.
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 (APM-278)
Clinical X Professor (APM-275)
In-Residence Professor (APM-270)
Adjunct Professor (APM-280)
Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.
If appointed to a title covered by 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)
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
Candidates must be American Board of Radiology (ABR)-certified or ABR board-eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
Candidates must have, or be eligible to obtain, a California medical license or an equivalent certification or permit, as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Preferred qualifications Candidates who have completed an ACGME Diagnostic Radiology Residency are preferred.
Candidates who have completed a one-year Musculoskeletal Imaging fellowship are preferred. Candidates currently enrolled in a one-year Musculoskeletal Imaging fellowship are eligible to apply.
Candidates with a minimum of one year of training and experience to independently interpret the full spectrum of MSK imaging and perform MSK ultrasound and basic image-guided MSK procedures, including bone and soft tissue biopsies, are also preferred.
Application RequirementsDocument requirements - Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Misc. / Additional (Optional)
Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04683
Help contact: b3gonzalez@ucsd.edu
Job location San Diego, CA
