HSOM - Surgery - Transplantation (Chief)

Job DescriptionThe Department of Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a dynamic, academically oriented, fellowship trained transplantation surgeon to lead the UAB Division of Transplantation. The successful candidate will lead an active, collaborative clinical, teaching and research program consisting of 12 transplant faculty.The Division Director of Transplantation will oversee and manage the division finances, personnel, and faculty. The assignment of the Division Director is an administrative post appointed by the Department Chair. The incumbent will serve on the Departmental Leadership Council, the governing body of the Department of Surgery. The Division Director serves in a leadership position in the Comprehensive Transplant Institute at UAB and acts as a representative for transplantation and its patients across the institution and the state.Competitive compensation, benefits and startup resources are available to expand the division and meet the growing needs of the hospital system. Additional leadership opportunities exist for qualified individuals within the department, medical school, and transplant service line. This position will be tenure-track at the title/rank of Associate Professor or Professor.Required QualificationsHold an M.D. or an M.D./Ph.D.Be an outstanding leader and highly skilled, widely recognized in the field with a strong track record.Have substantial professional work experience in one or more areas of research, teaching, and/or service.Equal Employment OpportunityUAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, or veteran status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at . A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.J-18808-Ljbffr