Director of the Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program - Clinical X or HS Clinical Faculty

UCSF School of Medicine

Department of Medicine and Department of Pediatrics

Director of the Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program

Clinical X or HS Clinical Series Faculty Series

The UCSF School of Medicine's Department of Medicine and Department of Pediatrics are seeking a distinguished individual to serve as the next Director of the Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program. This prestigious program is a joint effort between the two departments. Appointment will be made at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank of the Clinical X or Health Sciences (HS) Clinical series. Academic rank is commensurate with experience.

Program Overview

The UCSF Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program has a renowned history of training exceptional clinicians and academicians in the field. It is well-regarded for its comprehensive training in the diagnosis and management of allergic and immunologic diseases and offers a diverse clinical experience for fellows, covering both pediatric and adult patients. Starting in July 2025, the program will offer formalized tracks in pediatric or adult Allergy and Immunology. Fellows will have the opportunity to engage in innovative research initiatives, contributing to advancements in the field.

Position Responsibilities

The Fellowship Program Director will oversee all aspects of the training program, including recruitment, clinical training, mentorship, and career development of the fellows. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the recruitment of fellows through a holistic review process to attract outstanding trainees from diverse backgrounds.
• Ensuring exceptional clinical rotation experiences and holding faculty accountable for delivering high-quality training.
• Leading the assessment and evaluation process for fellows, ensuring they achieve clinical milestones and receive timely, constructive feedback.
• Overseeing mentoring and career advising for fellows, ensuring adequate support for their clinical and academic goals.
• Developing strategies for continuous improvement and innovation within the fellowship program to meet community and national workforce needs.
• Representing the fellowship program at local, regional, and national levels.

The Program Director will work with Associate Program Directors from both the adult and pediatric tracks, a Program Coordinator, and the Education Chairs of the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics. The position includes 15% FTE support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical degree and license.
• Board certification in Allergy and Immunology.
• At least three years of educational and/or administrative experience, ideally in graduate medical education.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Understanding of legal, regulatory, and accreditation issues related to graduate medical education.
• Experience supervising residents and medical students in clinical settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven abilities in collaborative teamwork.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in academic medicine or pediatrics.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage across diverse forums.

The 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 https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05440 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of contributions to diversity, statement of teaching accomplishments, 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:

Christine Higham, M.D.

HS Associate Clinical Professor

christine.higham@ucsf.edu

UCSF School of Medicine Achievements and Clinical Excellence

The UCSF Medical Center has been named to the Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-25, with several Department of Medicine divisions ranked among the nation's best in various specialty areas: geriatrics (#3), pulmonology (#4), cancer (#7), rheumatology (#7), endocrinology (#14), and gastroenterology (#18).

The Department of Pediatrics' clinical services are anchored at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Mount Zion, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, and several outreach clinics across Northern California. This extensive network allows the Department to meet the healthcare needs of infants, children, and young adults throughout the Bay Area. For 2024-2025, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals achieved rankings in all 10 children's specialties according to U.S. News and World Report.

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) stands out as one of the top biomedical research institutions in the country. For the 17th consecutive year, UCSF secured the top position among public institutions in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding in 2023.

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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.

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