Web Director

Health Care, Software Engineering
San Francisco, California, USA
April 17, 2026
FULL_TIME

Job Description

Are you a highly experienced web professional with a passion for healthcare innovation? UCSF Health, a globally recognized leader in medical research and patient care, is currently hiring a Web Director to join the Department of Surgery (DoS) in San Francisco, California.

This is a high-impact, on-site role where you will manage an evolving portfolio of over 100 websites. If you have deep expertise in front-end development, content strategy, and UX/UI design, and want to use your technical skills to support a world-class medical institution, this is an incredible opportunity.

Job Overview

  • Hiring Company: UCSF Health (Department of Surgery)
  • Job Role: Web Director
  • Job Location: San Francisco, CA, USA (On-site)
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Industry: Healthcare / Information Technology

What You Will Do

As the Web Director, you will report directly to the Associate Chair of Finance & Administration. You will act as the primary architect and manager for the department’s digital presence. Your key daily responsibilities will include:

  • Website Leadership: Leading the development, maintenance, and content strategy for 100+ divisional, center, and lab websites.
  • Technical Development: Using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to build out complex web applications and ensure seamless front-end and back-end functionality.
  • SEO & Analytics: Implementing data-driven Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies and utilizing tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console to track and boost user engagement.
  • Security & Accessibility: Ensuring all digital content meets strict WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards (ADA compliance) and managing web security protocols like firewalls and data encryption.
  • Project Management: Utilizing tools like Asana or Jira to simultaneously plan, execute, and track multiple web redesigns and marketing initiatives.

What You Need to Succeed

The Department of Surgery is a fast-paced, high-profile environment. UCSF is looking for a seasoned digital communications professional who meets the following criteria:

  • Experience: 5+ years of related web development and digital communication experience.
  • Education: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent training/experience).
  • Technical Stack: Advanced proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and modern Content Management Systems (specifically Drupal).
  • Design Skills: Strong ability to implement UX/UI design principles to create highly intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces.
  • Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong political acumen to mediate digital strategy conflicts, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with medical faculty, researchers, and staff.

About UCSF Health

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. The Department of Surgery is comprised of eleven specialized divisions, managing over 400 faculty members and generating significant advances in clinical practice. UCSF is celebrated for its commitment to diversity, equity, and its core PRIDE values (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence).

How to Apply

Ready to take the lead on a massive digital portfolio that supports life-saving medical research? Update your resume to highlight your Drupal CMS experience, advanced programming skills, and project management background, and apply directly through the UCSF Health career portal today.

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