Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence) Director, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Position overview

Position title :

Director, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

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 $400,000-$600,000. 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 : https : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / compensation / 2025-26-academic-salary-scales.html .

Application Window

Open date : November 18, 2025

Next review date : Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date : Wednesday, Nov 18, 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 Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences (https : / / obgyn.ucsd.edu ) within the School of Medicine at UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff and student body. The Department is expanding its clinical and research programs and is recruiting a Division Director in the field of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

The Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division Director is a key clinical and administrative leader who is expected to balance and maintain prominence in the tripartite academic mission by promoting excellence and advancement in clinical care, education and research.

As an ambassador for the Department and the Division, the selected candidate will lead by example, advise the Department Chair and provide mentorship to the research and clinical faculty, as well as to fellows, residents and medical students. The selected candidate will also deliver high-quality training and teaching, provide clinical care to patients, and conduct research. The successful candidate will benefit from the highly stimulating and collaborative environment within the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences.

The Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division Director has historically served as the Director of Maternity Services (Obstetrics). Candidates interested in a combined role are encouraged to apply.

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 the full descriptions of each series is provided for your review :

HS Clinical Professor - see : http : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / _files / apm / apm-278.pdf

Clinical X Professor - see : http : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / _files / apm / apm-275.pdf

In-Residence Professor - see : http : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / _files / apm / apm-270.pdf

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 : https : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / _files / apm / apm-671.pdf

Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD, DO, or equivalent.

Candidates must be board-certified in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and currently practicing in the field.

Candidates must have 5 years of clinical experience in the full spectrum of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

Candidates must have a strong publication record, with a minimum of 3-5 publications.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of leadership experience at a division level or in major programmatic areas, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in an academic medical center.

Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification / permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates with a Master's degree in Clinical Research (or equivalent) are preferred.

Candidates with extramural funding are also preferred.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link :

https : / / apol-recruit.ucsd.edu / JPF04400

Help contact : m6morales@ucsd.edu

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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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job location

San Diego, CA