Assistant/associate/full Professor - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon

University of California - Davis; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 511,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Sacramento invites applications for an academic orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon to help build one of the nation’s premier integrated Sports Medicine programs within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Davis Health. This open-rank Clinical X position offers opportunities for leadership and collaboration across clinical care, teaching, and research.

The role emphasizes four days of clinical care weekly, teaching responsibilities, and active pursuit of scholarly work,

Qualifications

• MD required at time of application.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency.
• Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Clinically active, with demonstrated scholarly/clinical/translational research and funding experience.

Responsibilities

• Advance clinical programs within a premier Sports Medicine service line.
• Educate trainees at all levels including fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Pursue clinical and translational research and participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Clinical research

Extramural funding

Scholarly activity

Education

MD (or equivalent)

ACGME Orthopaedic Surgery residency

Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery

CA medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Position overview

Academic orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon sought to help build one of the nation’s premier integrated academic Sports Medicine programs within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Davis Health. This recruitment is open at all ranks in the Clinical X series and aligned with the UC Academic Senate.

Salary range

The salary range for this position is $511,000 – $780,000. This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan.

Application Window

• Open date: July 15, 2026
• Next review date: Saturday, Aug 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
• Final date: Thursday, Dec 31, 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

UC Davis Health is investing to create a comprehensive Sports Medicine program integrating orthopaedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, musculoskeletal imaging, rehabilitation, athletic performance, research, and community outreach within a growing Musculoskeletal Service Line. Based on qualifications and departmental needs, the successful candidate may be eligible to apply for the Chief of the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Service and/or Co-Director of the UC Davis Health Sports Medicine Clinics.

The selected candidate will advance clinical programs, educate trainees at all levels, pursue clinical and translational research, and care for athletes across the spectrum—from youth and recreational athletes to collegiate and professional athletes with Sacramento Republic FC. The position is ideal for shaping the future of Sports Medicine at UC Davis Health within one of the nation’s leading orthopedic departments. Located in Sacramento, UC Davis Health offers an exceptional academic environment and access to the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, the Sierra Nevada, and the California coast.

Expectations: This position will provide clinical care at least four days per week, and include teaching and supervision of fellows, residents, and medical students, as well as participation in departmental meetings, conferences, and hospital/departmental committees.

For the full position description and to apply, visit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07745

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• M.D. (or equivalent)
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency
• Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Candidates in the Clinical X series must demonstrate the ability and experience to conduct scholarly/clinical/translational research and provide evidence of experience obtaining extramural funding and/or administering clinical trials.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
• Eligibility for California medical licensure by the appointment start date

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Authorization to Release Information Form – required for all academic recruitments. See Employment Disclosure Requirements page for details. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

• 3–5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07745

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About UC Davis

As a condition of employment, finalists must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining misconduct or ongoing investigations. The following policies apply:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

UC Davis requires applicants to upload the signed Authorization to Release Information form. UC Davis is smoke- and tobacco-free. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UC Davis is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, and to providing benefits in accordance with policy. Federal requirements such as E-Verify may apply for certain positions.

UC Davis is a leader in campus sustainability and inclusion, with resources and programs reflecting our values and strategic plan.

Job location

Sacramento, CA