SFVAHCS/UCSF - Academic Cardiologist

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 305,000 - 395,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in San Francisco is seeking applications for cardiologist positions within its Cardiology Division. Candidates should possess an MD or equivalent, demonstrate clinical excellence, and have scholarship aptitude in teaching or research. The position offers a competitive salary range of $305,000 - $395,000 based on specialization and is appointed at UCSF in the Clinical X or Health Sciences Clinical Professor series.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical excellence in cardiology specialization.
• Aptitude for scholarship in clinical, teaching or research.

Responsibilities

• Join the expansion of clinical and research programs in cardiology.
• Report to the Division Chief of Cardiology.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Teaching

Research aptitude

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Application Window

Open date: August 22, 2025

Most recent review date: Friday, Oct 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Feb 22, 2027 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

The San Francisco VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS) and the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) are seeking applications for academic cardiologist positions at the Cardiology Division of the SFVAHCS. The SFVAHCS Cardiology Division is one of three sites within the UCSF Cardiology program.

The SFVAHCS Cardiology Division is undergoing expansion of its clinical and research programs, and is seeking non‑invasive and invasive academic cardiologists to join its ranks. The division enjoys a long tradition of distinction in clinical care, education and scholarly pursuits.

Applicants will have demonstrated clinical excellence in their areas of specialization, along with aptitude for scholarship in clinical, teaching or research domains aligned with the academic mission of the Division and the University.

The successful candidate will be appointed in the Clinical X or Health Sciences Clinical Professor series at UCSF and report directly to the Division Chief of Cardiology at SFVAHCS.

Qualified applicants will have an MD or equivalent, current medical license, and be board certified or board eligible in Cardiovascular Diseases. The candidate will be suitable for academic appointment at UCSF at the level of Assistant Professor of Medicine or higher.

Applicants must be eligible for appointment at the VA. The VA's basic qualification standards may be found at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/application-process/naviagting/before-you-apply.asp.

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05746. Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

See the VA's website for salary information: https://www.va.gov/OHRM/Pay/. VA salary range for non‑interventional Cardiology is $305,000 - $360,000 and interventional Cardiology is $345,000 - $395,000.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

UCSF 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.

Job location

San Francisco, CA