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Position overview
Position title: Clinical Academic Dermatologists or Pediatric Dermatologists
Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and, if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $260,000-$350,000. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: 2026-2027 Academic Salary Scales
Application Window
Open date: July 13, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Sep 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Jul 13, 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 Department of Dermatology at the University of California San Diego is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body and is recruiting CLINICAL ACADEMIC DERMATOLOGISTS or PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGISTS to join our successful team in San Diego.
UCSD Dermatology is dedicated to rendering quality patient-centered care and excellence in education and research. We have a rapidly growing, robust clinical practice in multiple locations providing General Dermatology, Dermatopathology, Cosmetic Dermatology, Procedural Dermatology, Mohs Surgery, and Pediatric Dermatology services. Our team is comprised of outstanding faculty and staff committed to clinical work and jointly sharing education and quality initiatives.
The successful candidates will be expected to provide the diagnoses and the treatment of a full spectrum of skin disorders with special emphasis on an area of interest to the candidate. The successful candidates will also be responsible for providing excellent clinical care, quality patient care, mentorship, and teaching to students, residents, and fellows in both clinical and academic medicine settings.
The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.
A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
In-Residence Professor (APM 270)
Adjunct Professor (APM 280)
Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.
As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)
Department: https://dermatology.ucsd.edu/
Division: https://dermatology.ucsd.edu/adult-dermatology/index.html
Division: https://dermatology.ucsd.edu/pediatric-dermatology/index.html
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, or MD/PhD in health-related fields.
Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the California Medical Board.
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Dermatology.
Preferred qualifications
Candidates with at least 1+ years of experience practicing Dermatology in both outpatient and inpatient settings are preferred.
Candidates with at least 1+ years of experience with EPIC/EMR are preferred.
Candidates with engagement in other academic pursuits, such as medical writing, lectures, and clinical research, are preferred.
Candidates with Pediatric Dermatology fellowship training are preferred.
Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04558
Help contact: wnguyen@health.ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
The University of California 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.
As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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Job location
San Diego, CA