Associate or Full Professor (Ladder Rank/In-Residence) Chief, Division of Hematology & Cellular Ther

Associate or Full Professor (Ladder Rank/In-Residence) Chief, Division of Hematology & Cellular TherapyUniversity of California, San Diego – La Jolla, CA, USA.Position OverviewThe Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego is seeking a tenured Chief of the Hematology and Cellular Therapy Division. The role will lead clinical and research efforts, drive innovation, and mentor the next generation of physicians and faculty. Chaired as part of the Department of Medicine and the Moores Cancer Center, the position offers an opportunity to build upon a robust clinical and research infrastructure in a collaborative environment.SalaryBase pay range: $280,000 – $350,000. Salary is negotiated annually and may include additional compensation if the position is part of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan.Application WindowOpen date: May 14, 2026Next review date: June 14, 2026, 11:59 pm Pacific TimeFinal date: May 14, 2027, 11:59 pm Pacific TimePosition DescriptionLead an independent, extramurally funded research program focused on transplant, cellular therapies, and both benign and malignant hematologic disorders.Oversee the clinical, translational, and basic research missions of the Division.Teach and mentor trainees, faculty, and residents.Provide clinical care to patients when appropriate.Collaborate with faculty and university leaders to advance the integrated academic, research, and clinical missions of the Division, Department of Medicine, and Moores Cancer Center.Basic QualificationsMD or equivalent degree, or MD/PhD with specialization in Hematology.Minimum 5 years of experience leading a clinical, translational, and/or basic research program.Independent extramurally funded research program (e.g., NIH R01 or equivalent).Minimum 5 years of publications in high-impact journals, and 5 or more grants or publications in Hematology and/or Cell Therapy.If expected to have clinical responsibilities, board certification or eligibility in Hematology or Hematology/Oncology and a California medical license or eligibility for one.Application RequirementsCurriculum Vitae – most recently updated.Cover Letter.COVID-19 Statement – optional; applicants may reflect on pandemic-related constraints on opportunity.Additional supporting documentation – optional.References – 3-5 required (contact information only).Equal Opportunity StatementThe 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.J-18808-Ljbffr