Neuro Oncology Division Chief

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic medical center is seeking a dynamic leader to head the Division of Neurological Oncology. This role offers the chance to innovate and expand services while providing top-tier patient care and engaging in groundbreaking research. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a diverse team of health professionals and have a passion for teaching the next generation of medical experts. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to improving community health and advancing the field of neuro-oncology.

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient and outpatient neuro-oncology care.
• Participation in clinical trials and teaching in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and expand the Division of Neurological Oncology.
• Provide patient care and contribute to scholarly activities.

Skills

Clinical leadership in neurological oncology

Research experience

Teaching experience

Collaboration with health professionals

Education

MD or equivalent

Board certification in Neurology

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: The Total Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation, depending on specialty, can range from $350,000-$500,000. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. 'Off-scale salaries' and other components of pay, i.e., a salary higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

This position [includes/may include] membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Application Window

• Open date: February 28, 2025
• Next review date: Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
• Final date: Saturday, Jan 10, 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 Irvine School of Medicine

Department of Neurology

Neuro Oncology Division Chief

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine, the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Department of Neurology seek an innovative and collaborative leader to oversee and expand the Division of Neurological Oncology. As the only academic medical center in Orange County, UCI Health plays an essential role in improving the lives of people in the local community and beyond. The next Neurological Oncology Division Chief must be a collaborative and growth-oriented partner who can work alongside health professionals across the institution, throughout Orange County, and nationally to ensure access to world-class neurological oncology care.

The University of California, Irvine, Department of Neurology, and the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center are seeking an outstanding and growth-oriented full-time faculty member with clinical and research leadership experience in neurological oncology to serve as Division Chief. Clinical duties include inpatient and outpatient neuro-oncology care, participation in clinical trials, and teaching fellows, residents, and medical students in an adult hospital and comprehensive cancer setting.

The position is offered in the Health Sciences Clinical Professor or Clinical Professor series at the Associate or Full Professor rank, commensurate with experience.

Criteria for the Health Sciences Clinical Professor Series: The incumbent will be expected to teach fellows, residents, and medical students; provide patient care; contribute to scholarly activities; and provide public and University service.

Criteria for the Professor of Clinical