Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clin, Clin X, In-Res, Adjunct) Otolaryngology - Head[...

Position overview

Position title: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgeons

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 $250,000 - $400,000. 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:

Application window

• Open date: September 22, 2025
• Next review date: Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) — Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
• Final date: Tuesday, Sep 22, 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 University of California, San Diego, Department of Otolaryngology ( is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body, and seeks otolaryngologists with expertise in head and neck surgical oncology to join our department.

The positions include responsibilities in research, education, and clinical service. Duties include providing patient care, teaching medical students, supervising residents, participating in on-call coverage, conducting scholarly research, and contributing to projects that expand the clinical service.

Selected candidates will devote 50-90% of their time to clinical care, with the exact allocation determined by their clinical and research skills and responsibilities.

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 the full descriptions of each series is provided for your review: HS Clinical Professor , Clinical X Professor , In-Residence Professor , Adjunct Professor

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:

Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application )

• Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree.
• Candidates must be board certified or eligible in Otolaryngology.
• Candidates must have, or be eligible for, a California medical license or an equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates who have successfully completed, or are in the process of completing, an AHNS-approved fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, are preferred.

Application requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

• 3 required (contact information only)

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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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Job location

San Diego, CA