Chief Campus Counsel and Vice Chancellor, Legal Affairs

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), a leading health science campus and health system, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Chief Campus Counsel and Vice Chancellor – Legal Affairs. 

The Chief Campus Counsel and Vice Chancellor – Legal Affairs (CCC/VC) will serve as the lead counsel for UCSF and as a proactive, strategic, and collaborative partner to the Chancellor’s cabinet in navigating the daily operational and legal matters of the institution. The CCC/VC will direct the Office of Legal Affairs and ensure the office is prepared to provide excellent, responsive legal services and work in support of the university’s ambitious goals. Beyond the UCSF campus and health system, the CCC/VC will engage with counsel at the other UC campuses and work with UC Legal – Office of the General Counsel in Oakland to collaborate on wider system matters in support of UCSF and the UC System’s overall mission and values.

UCSF and UCSF Health are among the best in the world, combining one of the leading centers of biomedical research, health professions education, graduate and postdoctoral training, and an internationally renowned academic medical center known for providing highly specialized and innovative care. UCSF is known for a culture of collaboration where faculty and staff work together to advance patient care, lead innovative curricula in the health professions, and translate new discoveries into treatments that have, on multiple occasions, changed the practice of medicine. As the only University of California campus dedicated solely to the health sciences, UCSF has developed a reputation for excellence in teaching, robust integrated clinical practice, and groundbreaking research. UCSF is first among public institutions nationwide in research support from the NIH, garnering a total of $789 million in 2023. Its four professional schools—the School of Dentistry, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, and School of Pharmacy— all ranked in the top three in NIH funding in their respective fields. Additionally, the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, and the Graduate Division consistently rank among the top ten nationally by U.S. News & World Report and other national and international ranking organizations. With more than 1,700 clinical trials each year, UCSF Health is also at the forefront of offering patients the latest therapies, led by clinician-researchers who are committed to providing the most advanced care in their fields. 

The incoming CCC/VC will be charged with supporting the overall well-being of the institution from a legal standpoint to ensure the continued success of the university on all fronts. To be successful in this role, the CCC/VC will address the following opportunities and challenges:  

• Provide UCSF leadership with legal counsel and serve as a trusted thought partner to the Chancellor and serve as a member of the Chancellor’s Executive Team and Chancellor’s Cabinet 
• Lead the Office of Legal Affairs and provide guidance and oversight for its staff
• Ensure the Office of Legal Affairs provides direct, competent, and timely legal services for all units at UCSF, inclusive of the campus and the health system
• Partner closely with UC Legal – Office of the General Counsel 

This position will be located fully on-site at UCSF’s Mission Bay Campus in San Francisco, California. The San Francisco Bay Area is a rich environment for innovation and cultural diversity, and UCSF is a huge economic driver for the region and state. With more than 20 locations throughout San Francisco and beyond, UCSF is the second largest employer in San Francisco, contributing greatly to the intellectual vigor and economic vitality of the City by the Bay. 

The hiring range for this position is $400,000 to $450,000 (annual rate). Placement within the hiring range is dependent on several factors, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The hiring pay range referenced in this job posting is the budgeted salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. 

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Confidential review of applications, nominations and expressions of interest will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. Final candidates are required to complete an employment misconduct disclosure prior to hire. 

To be ensured full consideration, please submit a letter of interest, contributions to diversity statement, and curriculum vitae via the UCSF website. Applicants external to UCSF should use this link, while those internal to the institution should apply via this posting. 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction.