Join UCSF Health as a Neurosurgeon — Advance Academic Care and Lead the Future of Trauma Neurosurgery  

The  Department of Neurosurgery at the University of California, San Francisco, is seeking a skilled and driven neurosurgeon to join the Neurotrauma Division as a full-time faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Clinical Professor level. This position is primarily based at Highland Hospital, a high-volume Level 1 trauma center in Oakland, with additional academic and research opportunities at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG).  

This role offers a unique combination of high-acuity trauma care, academic engagement, and structured time for research and elective practice within one of the nation’s leading neurosurgery programs.

Why UCSF?  

Robust Trauma Practice:  Manage complex neurotrauma cases including traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), and spine trauma in a high-volume Level 1 trauma setting.   

Structured Call Model:  Benefit from a rare 1-in-4 call schedule (1 week on / 3 weeks off) designed to support sustainability, academic productivity, and work-life balance.   

Research Excellence:  Collaborate with national leaders in neurotrauma and participate in large-scale clinical trials with opportunities to build an independent research program.   

Academic Environment:  Join a top-ranked neurosurgery department with strong faculty mentorship, teaching opportunities, and interdisciplinary collaboration.   

Flexible Clinical Scope:  Combine trauma-focused practice with elective spine surgery opportunities and outpatient care.  

 

What We’re Looking For:  

Neurosurgeon with expertise in neurotrauma, TBI, SCI, and spine trauma   

Ability to independently manage high-acuity trauma cases without resident support   

Strong clinical judgment and procedural proficiency in both spinal and cranial trauma   

Interest in academic medicine, research, and mentorship   

Experience or training in high-volume trauma centers preferred  

 

What We Offer:  

Faculty appointment within the UCSF School of Medicine (rank commensurate with experience)   

Structured schedule with protected time for research and academic pursuits   

Collaborative clinical environment supported by advanced practice providers and multidisciplinary teams   

Access to premier academic and research infrastructure   

Opportunities for leadership, program development, and clinical innovation  

 

Requirements:  

MD or equivalent degree   

California medical license or eligibility for licensure at time of hire   

Completion of neurosurgery residency and fellowship training (spine and/or trauma focus)   

Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurosurgery (ABNS or equivalent)   

Demonstrated expertise in spine trauma and cranial trauma neurosurgery    

 

Why Live & Work in the East Bay & Oakland?  

Vibrant and Diverse Community:  Oakland offers a culturally rich, inclusive environment with strong community roots and access to world-class arts, dining, and entertainment.   

Access to Nature:  Enjoy proximity to redwood forests, regional parks, and waterfront recreation, all within minutes of the city.   

Prime Location:  Convenient access to San Francisco, Berkeley, and Silicon Valley via major transit systems and highways.   

Balanced Lifestyle:  Lower cost of living compared to San Francisco with excellent housing options and family-friendly neighborhoods.   

Dynamic Food & Culture Scene:  Renowned for its diverse culinary landscape and thriving local culture.    

 

Join Us at UCSF Health  

Join UCSF Health as a  Neurosurgeon  and be part of a team dedicated to advancing neurosurgical care and improving outcomes for patients with complex trauma. Please  contact  kaihla.notarstefano@ucsf.edu  for more information.  

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 $154,700 - $405,900. The total negotiated salary for this position will include another component at the time of hire. This position includes membership in the  health sciences compensation plan  which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.  

About UC San Francisco 

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.  

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.  

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.  

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.  
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.  
•  UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy  
•  UC Anti-Discrimination Policy  
•  APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment  

Job location  

Oakland, CA  

 

UCSF is internationally renowned for providing highly specialized and innovative care. Our family of care includes  UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights ,  UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion ,  UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay ,  UCSF Health Hyde Hospital  and  UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital ;  UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals and clinics ;  Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital ; UCSF Benioff Children's Physicians; and the UCSF Faculty Practice.

One of the top universities in the nation for health sciences research and higher education; by bringing together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health, we are able to drive advancements in treatment and technology that benefit patients everywhere.