Anesthesiologist

Society of Academic Associations of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine (SAAAPM); Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Robust retirement package

World-class campus amenities

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine is recruiting anesthesiologists at all ranks, focusing on Multispecialty and Regional Divisions. Join a nationally recognized department offering collaboration with expert clinicians on complex cases and opportunities to train residents and fellows with ample resources for top‑tier care.

Stanford supports growth with clear promotion pathways and opportunities to lead, teach, and build an academic portfolio.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Eligible for board certification in anesthesiology.
• California medical licensure or eligible for international medical graduates.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with expert clinicians on complex cases and contribute to clinical excellence.
• Train residents and fellows and support academic portfolio development.
• Lead teaching efforts and participate in program development and leadership activities.

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Stanford’s Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicineis recruiting anesthesiologists at all ranks with a focus on the Multispecialty and Regional Anesthesiology Divisions.

Join a nationally recognized anesthesiology department where innovation and clinical excellence define daily practice. Collaborate with expert clinicians on complex cases and help train outstanding residents and fellows with access to the resources needed to deliver the highest standard of care.

Stanford supports your growth with clear pathways to promotion and a wealth of opportunities to lead, teach, and build your academic portfolio. The department is an ideal home for physicians seeking long‑term success and impact.

Compensation and benefits include:

• Highly competitive salary: entry‑level faculty can earn total compensation far exceeding base salaries shown below


• Housing assistance and robust retirement package


• World‑class amenities on Stanford’s historic campus

Department cultureisinclusive, supportive, and mission‑driven:

• Collaborative and growing clinical environments


• Well‑being and organizational health programs

Academic rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of successful candidates. An MD or DO degree (or equivalent) is required, and applicants should be eligible for board certification in anesthesiology and medical licensure in California (or an exemption for international medical graduates).

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] .

The university’s central functions of research and education depend on freedom of thought, and expression. The Department of Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.