Medical Director of Pediatric Immunotherapy

Application WindowOpen date: September 25, 2024 Next review date:Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Mar 25, 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 descriptionUCSF School of Medicine and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals Divisions of Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant, Department of Pediatrics Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, or In Residence Faculty SeriesThe UCSF School of Medicine and UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals are seeking a highly qualified Medical Director of Pediatric Immunotherapy. This critical leadership role of the Immunotherapy Program spans the Divisions of Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) in the Department of Pediatrics. The appointment will be made at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank within the Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, or In Residence faculty series, commensurate with the candidate's experience.The successful candidate will join an esteemed academic medical center with an established fellowship training program. This position may include clinical responsibilities at both the San Francisco and Oakland campuses and will actively contribute to our mission of excellence in research, education, and patient care.Key Responsibilities:Program Leadership: Provide strategic direction and ongoing management of the Pediatric Immunotherapy Program, including preparing the program for FACT inspection as part of the broader BMT & Cellular Therapy Program.Strategic Development: Collaborate with hospital leadership to develop a comprehensive growth strategy for the Immunotherapy Program.Clinical Trials: Work closely with the Cancer Center's Living Therapeutics Initiative to advance investigator-initiated cellular therapy products to clinical trials.Collaborative Appointment: The candidate may be primarily appointed to either the Division of Pediatric Oncology or Pediatric BMT, depending on their specific clinical and research interests.Position Benefits:Protected Time: The position offers protected time dedicated to the Medical Director role.Start-Up Funds: Additional start-up funds may be provided by the divisions as appropriate.Minimum Qualifications:Medical degree and licenseBoard eligibility or certification in PediatricsBoard eligibility or certification in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology or Allergy and ImmunologySignificant experience with CAR-T therapyExperience in conducting clinical trials of cellular therapiesPreferred Qualifications:A national reputation for innovative work in clinical trials of cellular therapiesDemonstrated excellence in teachingPrior leadership experience in an academic settingA strong interest in a career in academic pediatricsExceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage across diverse forumsThe posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $127,000-$333,700. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation. Interested candidates can apply online at with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of contributions to diversity, and contact information for 3 references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.For more information contact: Elliot Stieglitz, M.D. Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatricselliot.stieglitz@ucsf.eduThe University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is one of the top biomedical research institutions in the nation. For the 17th year in a row, UCSF garnered the top spot among public institutions in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2023. The Department’s clinical enterprise is based at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital San Francisco, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland, Mount Zion, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, and at a number of outreach clinics throughout Northern California, providing the Department with an unsurpassed opportunity to meet the needs of infants, children, and young adults throughout the Bay Area. For 2024-2025, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals ranked in all 10 children’s specialties in U.S. News and World Report. Nestled in a dynamic and unique geography distinguished by unprecedented innovations in technology, UCSF and the Department of Pediatrics are able to bring research and industry together to advance health. Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCover LetterCurriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.). Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity StatementStatement of Research (Optional)Statement of Teaching (Optional)Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements3 required (contact information only)About UC San FranciscoAs 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. UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. Job locationSan Francisco and/or Oakland, CA