University of California-Davis
Academic Cardiac Surgeon and Chief
University of California-Davis, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Position overview
Salary range:The salary range for this position is Associate Professor $525,493-$850,000 and Full Professor $563,299-$1,061,000. This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan (https://aadocs.ucdavis.edu/policies/apm/apm-670.pdf).
Application Window
Open date:
May 25, 2024
Most recent review date:
Monday, Jul 1, 2024 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:
Saturday, May 24, 2025 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 descriptionThe Department of Surgery at the University of California, Davis, Health located in Sacramento, California, seeks to hire a full-time Academic Adult Cardiac Surgeon and Chief of the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the Associate or Full professor level in the Health Science Clinical Professor, Clinical X, or In-Residence series. The Division of Cardiac Surgery is a comprehensive academic program with an integrated 6-year Residency in Thoracic Surgery.The successful candidate must have acquired a history of leadership and administration experience relating to clinical and educational programs, including successful research activities, by virtue of his/her training and/or prior experience.The selected candidate will provide strategic and operational direction that will lead to growth of the educational, research and clinical missions of the surgical programs at UC Davis Health. The candidate selected is expected to engage in the teaching and practice of a broad spectrum of cardiac surgery; including clinical care, both inpatient and outpatient; and research relating to cardiac disease.Expectations of a Clinical X series are to engage in teaching, research, service, and clinical work. Appointees in the In-Residence series are required to participate in teaching, research, University/public service, and patient care, and appointees of the HSCP series are to engage in clinical work, teaching and to support departments research mission.Qualified applicants should apply online at UC Recruit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06433 by uploading a Cover Letter detailing interest outlining research, educational, and administration experience, a curriculum vitae with bibliography, statement of contributions to diversity, and the names and contact info of at least three professional references.For more information, please contact the search committee chair, David Tom Cooke, MD, FACS at: surgery.jobs@ucdmc.ucdavis.eduQualifications
Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)Qualified candidates must possess a Medical Degree and be eligible or certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. The ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment is also required.Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)The candidate must acquire a CA Medical License before the appointment start date; and obtain a California Fluoroscopy Operator's Permit within the first year of appointment.Preferred qualifications
(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)It is preferred that the candidate has experience and capability in end-stage heart disease, minimally invasive surgery, and complex coronary revascularization. Specific training and experience with complex aortic surgery, catheter-based surgery and minimally invasive surgery for atrial fibrillation would also be desirable. The ideal candidate will have vision, strategic mindset, and willingness to grow a program of excellence, which includes educating different level of learners, exhibiting professionalism, and promoting interdisciplinary team care.Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Detailing interest by outlining research, educational, and administration experience
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link:https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06433
Help contact:
cmlima@ucdavis.eduAbout UC Davis
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.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, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-DiscriminationUnder Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available at: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verifyThe University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available to academics, staff, and students. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our student population. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service can best be fully realized by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values, which are included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity Statement. UC Davis is making important progress towards our goal of achieving federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers a plethora of resources on their website, and the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (HEDI) has outlined similar goals in their "Anti-Racism and DEI Action Plan." There are a plethora of links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our Administration, Diversity and Inclusion, Rankings, Locations, Native American Land Acknowledgement, Sustainability, Visiting UC Davis, UC Davis Health, and Campus Safety.The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.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.Job locationSacramento, CA
Salary range:The salary range for this position is Associate Professor $525,493-$850,000 and Full Professor $563,299-$1,061,000. This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan (https://aadocs.ucdavis.edu/policies/apm/apm-670.pdf).
Application Window
Open date:
May 25, 2024
Most recent review date:
Monday, Jul 1, 2024 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:
Saturday, May 24, 2025 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 descriptionThe Department of Surgery at the University of California, Davis, Health located in Sacramento, California, seeks to hire a full-time Academic Adult Cardiac Surgeon and Chief of the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the Associate or Full professor level in the Health Science Clinical Professor, Clinical X, or In-Residence series. The Division of Cardiac Surgery is a comprehensive academic program with an integrated 6-year Residency in Thoracic Surgery.The successful candidate must have acquired a history of leadership and administration experience relating to clinical and educational programs, including successful research activities, by virtue of his/her training and/or prior experience.The selected candidate will provide strategic and operational direction that will lead to growth of the educational, research and clinical missions of the surgical programs at UC Davis Health. The candidate selected is expected to engage in the teaching and practice of a broad spectrum of cardiac surgery; including clinical care, both inpatient and outpatient; and research relating to cardiac disease.Expectations of a Clinical X series are to engage in teaching, research, service, and clinical work. Appointees in the In-Residence series are required to participate in teaching, research, University/public service, and patient care, and appointees of the HSCP series are to engage in clinical work, teaching and to support departments research mission.Qualified applicants should apply online at UC Recruit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06433 by uploading a Cover Letter detailing interest outlining research, educational, and administration experience, a curriculum vitae with bibliography, statement of contributions to diversity, and the names and contact info of at least three professional references.For more information, please contact the search committee chair, David Tom Cooke, MD, FACS at: surgery.jobs@ucdmc.ucdavis.eduQualifications
Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)Qualified candidates must possess a Medical Degree and be eligible or certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. The ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment is also required.Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)The candidate must acquire a CA Medical License before the appointment start date; and obtain a California Fluoroscopy Operator's Permit within the first year of appointment.Preferred qualifications
(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)It is preferred that the candidate has experience and capability in end-stage heart disease, minimally invasive surgery, and complex coronary revascularization. Specific training and experience with complex aortic surgery, catheter-based surgery and minimally invasive surgery for atrial fibrillation would also be desirable. The ideal candidate will have vision, strategic mindset, and willingness to grow a program of excellence, which includes educating different level of learners, exhibiting professionalism, and promoting interdisciplinary team care.Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Detailing interest by outlining research, educational, and administration experience
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link:https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06433
Help contact:
cmlima@ucdavis.eduAbout UC Davis
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.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, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-DiscriminationUnder Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available at: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verifyThe University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available to academics, staff, and students. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our student population. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service can best be fully realized by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values, which are included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity Statement. UC Davis is making important progress towards our goal of achieving federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers a plethora of resources on their website, and the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (HEDI) has outlined similar goals in their "Anti-Racism and DEI Action Plan." There are a plethora of links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our Administration, Diversity and Inclusion, Rankings, Locations, Native American Land Acknowledgement, Sustainability, Visiting UC Davis, UC Davis Health, and Campus Safety.The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.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.Job locationSacramento, CA