Assistant Clinical Biochemical Genetics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Application Window
Open date: July 27, 2026
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 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: Thursday, Jan 27, 2028 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
UCSF School of Medicine and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics
Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, In Residence Faculty Series
The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals is seeking a biochemical geneticist to join the Section of Biochemical Genetic Medicine. Appointments may be made at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in the Adjunct, Clinical X, Health Sciences (HS) Clinical, or In Residence faculty series. Academic rank and faculty series will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Successful candidates will join a leading academic medical center and a multidisciplinary biochemical genetics program that includes a dedicated nurse clinical coordinator, nurse practitioner, metabolic dietitians, genetic counselor, and genetic counseling assistant. The position may include clinical responsibilities at both the San Francisco and Oakland campuses and offers the opportunity to contribute to the Department's missions of excellence in patient care, education, research, and service.
Minimum Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
• Eligible for or in possession of a California medical license by the time of hire
• Board certified or board eligible in Clinical Biochemical Genetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) or an equivalent certifying body

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board certified or board eligible in Clinical Genetics and Genomics (MD) by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) or an equivalent certifying body
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics or an equivalent certifying body
• At least two years of experience or formal training in biochemical genetics or inherited metabolic disorders
• Experience diagnosing and managing patients with inborn errors of metabolism
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary metabolic care team
• Interest in newborn screening and longitudinal metabolic care
• Interest in medical education, research, quality improvement, or other scholarly activities

For positions that are 51% effort or more:
The total compensation for this position ranges from $204,734-$320,000.
Total compensation at the University of California, San Francisco includes your base salary, which is determined by your rank and step at appointment, and negotiated pay for Health Sciences Compensation Plan members. Faculty who are members of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan may also be eligible for additional incentive pay.
For positions that are 50% effort or less:
See Table 2 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $81,500-$246,000.
Interested candidates can apply online with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all the qualifications at the time of appointment.
For more information contact:
Hind Al Saif, M.D.
Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics
Hind.Alsaif@ucsf.edu
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is one of the nation's leading biomedical research institutions and consistently ranks among the top public institutions in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, reflecting a long-standing commitment to advancing scientific discovery and improving health.
The Department's clinical enterprise spans UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Mount Zion, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, and multiple outreach clinics throughout Northern California, providing unparalleled opportunities to serve infants, children, and young adults across the Bay Area.
For 2025-2026, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals were ranked among the nation's best in all 11 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report and are tied as the #1 children's hospital in Northern California. Located in a region renowned for innovation, UCSF and the Department of Pediatrics bridge research and industry to drive the future of medicine.
Application Requirements
Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco
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Job location
San Francisco and/or Oakland, CA