Academic Cytopathologist

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 405,900; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in San Francisco seeks an Academic Cytopathologist for a full-time faculty position. The role involves teaching medical students and participating in surgical pathology call. Candidates should possess an MD degree, be board certified in Anatomic Pathology, and have strong interpersonal skills. Salary ranges from $106,000 to $405,900 commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Must have MD degree (or equivalent) and a valid California medical license.
• Preference for candidates with fellowship training in surgical pathology.
• Demonstrated participation in clinical and/or translational research.

Responsibilities

• Participate in night and weekend surgical pathology call.
• Conduct departmental teaching activities for students and fellows.
• Engage in interdepartmental conferences.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

MD degree or equivalent

Board certified in Anatomic Pathology

Board eligible or certified in Cytopathology

Job description

Academic Cytopathologist – Department of Pathology, University of California, San Francisco

The Department of Pathology at the University of California, San Francisco is seeking an outstanding candidate for a full‑time faculty position as an Academic Cytopathologist. The appointment level may be Clinical Instructor, Health Sciences Clinical, or Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Health Sciences Clinical or Clinical X Series. The incumbent will participate in night and weekend surgical pathology call, departmental teaching activities for medical students, house staff, fellows, and interdepartmental conferences.

Qualifications

• MD degree (or equivalent) and valid California medical license (or eligibility to obtain one at appointment).
• Board certified in Anatomic Pathology and board eligible or certified in Cytopathology (documented in application).
• Preference for candidates with formal fellowship training in surgical pathology or related subspecialty, comparable experience, publications, and demonstrated participation in clinical and/or translational research.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Compensation

The salary is commensurate with experience and training and is based on the UC salary scales. The minimum base salary range for this position is $106,000 – $405,900, with eligibility for additional compensation through the health sciences compensation plan.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – must list current and/or pending qualifications (board eligibility, licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching

Reference requirements: 3 required (contact information only).

Application Window

• Open date: August 20, 2025
• Most recent review date: Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)
• Final date: Saturday, Feb 20, 2027 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05696.

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable government directives.

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.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

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.

Misconduct means any violation of policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

References: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, APM – 035: Aff-Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

Job location

San Francisco, CA