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Chief of Neuroanesthesia Job Posting

Position Overview
The UCSF Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated neuroanesthesiologist for the role of Division Chief for Neuroanesthesia. This leadership position requires a candidate with exceptional expertise in neuroanesthesia, strong leadership and administrative capabilities, and a commitment to advancing clinical care, research, and education in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: Oversee personnel and schedules for the neuroanesthesia faculty (currently 15 members). Ensure high-quality, patient-centered, and evidence-based perioperative care.
• Growth & Development: Foster a culture of growth within the division by creating opportunities for research, education, and quality improvement. Develop and support faculty members' professional development.
• Education: Teach residents and medical students, and contribute to University service, faculty meetings, Grand Rounds, and M&M conferences.
• Quality & Improvement: Participate in quality assurance programs, quality improvement initiatives, and research projects aimed at advancing neuroanesthesia and improving patient care.
• Collaboration: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with neurosurgeons, neurointensivists, interventional neuro-radiologists, neurophysiologists, and other professional groups within UCSF and nationwide.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with advancements in neuroanesthesia and related fields through continuing education and professional development activities.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Licensure: Must possess a valid California Medical License by the time of hire.
• Degree: Must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• Training: Must be neuroanesthesia fellowship trained or have equivalent advanced training and/or experience in neuroanesthesia beyond that of anesthesia residency training.
• Leadership: Demonstrated exceptional leadership, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Academic Stature: National stature in academic anesthesia.
• Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Excellence in Clinical Care: Proven track record in delivering high-quality clinical care in neuroanesthesia.
• Educational Leadership: Experience in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents.
• Research & Innovation: A strong background in research with a focus on advancing the field of neuroanesthesia.
• Commitment to Diversity: A demonstrated commitment to promoting a positive, inclusive, and productive environment for faculty, staff, learners, and patients.

Departmental Commitment
The Department of Anesthesia is dedicated to supporting a culture and work environment that fosters well-being and belonging. We are committed to creating positive work and learning environments that allow all clinicians to thrive, reflecting the diversity of the populations we serve in San Francisco Bay Area.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/oct-2024-scales/t5-summary.pdf. The minimum base salary range for this position is $201,500 - $429,000. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan (https://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf) which provides for eligibility for additional compensation. The total negotiated salary for this position will include the base salary plus the negotiated component, determined at the time of offer.

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05216.

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.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.