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Job description
Position overview
Position title: Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiologists 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 - $350,000. 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: Academic Salary Scales
Application Window
Open date: May 7, 2026
Most recent review date: Sunday, Jun 7, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Friday, May 7, 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 description
The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, and the Cardiovascular Institute at the University of California, San Diego are committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are recruiting for Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiologists to join our team of specialists in Heart Failure, Transplant, and Mechanical Circulatory Support.
The selected candidates will provide inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. In addition, the selected candidates will be responsible for teaching and mentoring students, residents, and fellows.
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 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)
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree and be board-certified or board-eligible in Advanced Heart Failure.
Candidates must also either possess or be eligible for a California medical license, or an equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Application Requirements
Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Misc. / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: JPF04524
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Job location
San Diego, CA
Who can apply
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