Position overviewPosition title: Medical Director, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
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 $300,000 - $420,000. 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: May 18, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Jun 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, May 18, 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 UC San Diego Department of Pediatrics is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and student body. Our Division of Neonatology is currently seeking candidates for the position of Medical Director, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), at Jacobs Medical Center .
The NICU at Jacobs Medical Center, part of UC San Diego Health, is a Level III regional center with 52 private rooms designed for high-acuity neonatal care. It serves premature and critically ill newborns within a system supporting 4,000-5,000 deliveries annually. Our Division of Neonatology at Rady Children's Health is consistently ranked in the top 10 nationally by U.S. News & World Report and is composed of a distinguished group of clinician educators, translational investigators, and physician-scientists.
The Medical Director will provide leadership and direction for NICU clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care and maintaining a strong focus on patient safety. This role includes leading quality improvement and performance initiatives, supervising and mentoring NICU physicians and advanced practice providers, and working closely with nursing leadership and hospital administration to achieve operational and strategic goals. The Medical Director will also support teaching, research, and academic development, as applicable, and participate in departmental and institutional leadership activities.
The appropriate series and appointment at the 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.
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: http://pediatrics.ucsd.edu
Division: https://pediatrics.ucsd.edu/divisions/neonatology/index.html
Hospital: https://www.rchsd.org/
Center: https://healthlocations.ucsd.edu/san-diego/9300-campus-point-drive/10
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MD, DO, or equivalent degree, or an MD/PhD in a health-related field.
Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Candidates must have at least 3 years of leadership experience in neonatal-perinatal medicine with defined administrative or supervisory responsibility within a NICU or neonatal-perinatal program.
Candidates must also be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Application RequirementsDocument requirements - Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Misc. / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements- 0-3 required (contact information only)
References may be requested from finalists.
Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04532
Help contact: [email protected] Job location San Diego, CA
