Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs in California
Clinical assistant professor jobs in California represent one of the most active academic hiring markets in the country, concentrated in medical schools, nursing programs, health sciences colleges, and university-affiliated clinical training centers. The greatest volume of openings is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where institutions such as the University of California system, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente regularly post these roles. The most in-demand specialties are nursing education, physician assistant studies, and physical therapy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position overview
$377,726 - $446,141 - At the Associate Rank
$376,187 - $466,146 - At the Full Rank This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensations Plan
Application Window
Open date: September 14, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 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
The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine is recruiting for three full-time faculty members in the Professor of Clinical X or Health Sciences Clinical Professor series at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank, specializing in non-invasive cardiology. Faculty in the Clinical X series are expected to engage in professional competence and activity, teaching, research and creative work, and University/public service. Faculty in the Health Sciences Clinical Professor series are expected to engage in teaching, professional competence and activity, scholarly or creative activities, and University/public service.
Cardiovascular Medicine Faculty responsibilities include direct inpatient and outpatient clinical care; teaching medical students, residents, and fellows; university/public service; and regular attendance at scheduled meetings and CME activities. The incumbents should be able to provide expert clinical care in cardiovascular medicine with an advanced focus on echocardiography. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a diverse group of cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and nurse practitioners in one of the most highly regarded Cardiovascular Program in the United States.
For the full position description and to apply, visit JPF07806.
Qualifications
- M.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O. or equivalent degree
- Board certification/eligibility in specialty
- Medical licensure or eligible for licensure in the state of California
- ACGME accredited fellowship or equivalent experience
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Strong clinical skills and an interest in Cardiovascular Medicine
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
- 5 required (contact information only)
Help contact: saschenk@heath.ucdavis.edu
About UC Davis
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 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 for Employees, Students and Third Parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration.
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.
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.
Under 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.
The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and students. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service are embodied by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values. A variety of resources and programs are available to academics, staff, and students that reflect the core values reflected in 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.
UC Davis is also a national leader in inclusive practice. There are numerous links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our administration, campus rankings, locations, campus safety, sustainability, visiting UC Davis and UC Davis Health.
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.
The University of California and UC Davis are committed to offering a wide variety of benefits for employees. The University of California Employee benefits and UC Davis New Employee benefits webpages have additional information.
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.
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Clinical Assistant Professor Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UC San Diego46

- University of Southern California43

- UC Davis10

- University of California Los Angeles8

- University of the Pacific7

Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical assistant professor jobs across California.
- Active California license in the relevant clinical discipline required for patient-facing roles
- Terminal degree or minimum master's degree in the relevant clinical or health sciences field
- Documented clinical practice experience in the specialty area of the academic appointment
- Demonstrated capacity for undergraduate or graduate-level teaching in a clinical setting
- Strong record of peer collaboration, curriculum development, or program accreditation involvement
- Familiarity with simulation lab instruction or telehealth-integrated clinical education platforms
Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical assistant professor in California?
You need a graduate or terminal degree in your clinical field, along with an active California state license issued by the relevant board, such as the California Board of Registered Nursing, the Physician Assistant Board, or the Physical Therapy Board of California. Most hiring institutions expect current clinical practice experience alongside teaching readiness. Some positions accept candidates completing terminal degrees, especially in nursing and allied health programs with documented clinical hours.
Which companies hire clinical assistant professors in California?
California clinical assistant professor roles are posted by UC San Diego, University of Southern California, and UC Davis and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The University of California and California State University systems are among the largest institutional employers statewide, with clinical faculty positions concentrated in their health sciences and nursing schools.
Which California cities have the most clinical assistant professor jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento account for the most clinical assistant professor openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco lead because of their dense concentrations of academic medical centers, health sciences universities, and large hospital systems, while San Diego's strong biomedical and research infrastructure drives consistent demand from both public universities and private health institutions.
Are there remote clinical assistant professor jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 30% of clinical assistant professor openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most positions require direct supervision of students in clinical or simulation settings. The portions most likely to be conducted remotely are didactic coursework, advising, and curriculum planning, rather than hands-on clinical instruction.
How can I get hired as a clinical assistant professor in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from staff clinician or preceptor roles into adjunct or part-time clinical faculty positions at a California community college or California State University campus. Large health systems such as the UC Health network and Kaiser Permanente operate new-graduate residency and fellowship programs that build the clinical depth schools want. Earning your California state license early and completing any voluntary preceptor training offered by your employer strengthens your candidacy before you apply for a full appointment.
Where can I find and apply to clinical assistant professor jobs in California?
You can find and apply to clinical assistant professor jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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