Application Window Open date: November 3, 2026
Next review date: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, May 3, 2028 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 descriptionAssistant/Associate Professor of Surgery - Thoracic Surgeon
Division of Thoracic Surgery
Department of Surgery
University of California, San FranciscoThe Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco is seeking outstanding candidates for a full time, academic Adult Thoracic Surgeon with an exemplary record of patient care and expertise. Candidates must be board certified/board eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and have completed an ACGME-accredited fellowship in thoracic surgery by the time of hire. Applicants' materials must list current, eligible, and/or pending qualifications upon submission.
The selected candidate will be expected to perform a broad range of thoracic surgical procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries. The selected candidate will also be expected to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including pulmonologists, oncologists, radiologists, gastroenterologists, and other specialists, to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients. Successful candidates must have effective communication and collaboration skills. Research productivity is expected and protected time for research will be considered. The selected candidate should have evidence of academic potential in health services, clinical or translational research.
Candidates with expertise and interest in foregut and benign esophageal surgery, including the surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, hiatal and paraesophageal hernias, and esophageal motility disorders such as achalasia are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates must have recognized skills in the education of surgery residents and medical students and will be expected to be active participants in the Department's residency training and educational programs.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5: . The minimum base salary range for this position is $160,900 - $250,300.
Total compensation at the University of California, San Francisco includes your base salary, which is determined by your rank and step at appointment, and negotiated pay for Health Sciences Compensation Plan members. Faculty who are members of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan may also be eligible for additional incentive pay.
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Application RequirementsDocument requirements - Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
Reference requirements- 5 required (contact information only)
Job location San Francisco, CA
