Academic Colorectal Surgeon
The University of California, Los Angeles
About this position
Position Overview
Position title: Academic Colorectal Surgeon Salary range: In accordance with AB 168 and SB 1162, the initial/base salary range for this position is $275,000-$445,700. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan.
Application Window
Open date: February 13, 2026 Most recent review date:Thursday, Mar 12, 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: Saturday, Feb 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
Academic Colorectal Surgeon Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery The Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles) invites applications for a full-time junior faculty position in the Health Sciences Clinical Professor series. The colorectal surgery team in the Division of General Surgery provides comprehensive, patient‑centered care for the full spectrum of colorectal diseases, combining advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques with expertise in complex open procedures. The team diagnoses and treats benign and malignant conditions of the colon, rectum, small intestine, and anus, working closely within multidisciplinary programs that include cancer genetics, inflammatory bowel disease specialists, oncology, radiology, pathology, and nutrition to deliver integrated, research‑driven care. They also participate in clinical trials, contribute to ongoing surgical research, and help train future surgeons while maintaining a strong commitment to compassionate, personalized treatment. The program is based on the campus of UCLA in Westwood and at the UCLA Santa Monica Hospital (Medical Center) and in the community at UCLA Health sites. The Division is seeking an exceptional Colorectal Surgeon at the Assistant or Associate rank to join a high-acuity, research-driven, and patient‑centered program that diagnoses and treats the full spectrum of benign and malignant disorders of the small intestine, colon, rectum, and anus. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of clinical excellence and academic productivity. This position offers teaching, clinical and research opportunities in a large academic center. The appointee will have expertise in management of pelvic floor disorders and provide care for general surgery patients with a focus on treating benign and malignant conditions of the small intestine, colon, rectum, and anus, using advanced minimally invasive and robotic techniques as well as complex open procedures when needed. Practice locations include Santa Monica Medica Center and Ronald Reagan Medical Center. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Colon and Rectal Surgery and eligible for licensure in the State of California. Responsibilities will be patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings, teaching medical students, residents and fellows along with an emphasis on establishing an independent research program. The salary will be commensurate with academic rank and experience. The University of California seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. The posted UC (University of California) salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnelprograms/compensation/index.html) set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, at Scale 7. In accordance with AB 168 and SB 1162, the initial/base salary range for this position is $275,000-$445,700. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation. (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf) Interested applicants must submit their application materials online at: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10830 Cultural North Star: The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what’s right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star UC Regents Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct : All aspects of searches are confidential and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html
Qualifications
Basic qualificationsQualified candidates must hold an MD degree or equivalent. Additional qualificationsCandidates must be board-eligible or certified and have completed an ACGME-accredited residency program.
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Self Statement Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service Statement of Teaching (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Name and contact information only. Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10830 Help contact:cchiuco@mednet.ucla.edu
Job Location
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