Description
Job Title: University of Virginia School of Medicine - Transplant Hepatology Faculty
Department: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Location: University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA
Position Type: Full-time, Faculty
Overview: UVA Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transplant Hepatologist to join our esteemed faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to clinical excellence, research, and teaching within the field of hepatology and liver transplantation. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative environment at one of the nation’s top medical institutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive care for patients with liver disease, including pre- and post-liver transplant care.
- Participate in the multidisciplinary liver transplant team, including coordinating care with surgeons, nurse coordinators, and other specialists.
- Engage in clinical and translational research within the field of hepatology and liver transplantation.
- Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in hepatology and liver transplantation.
- Contribute to the academic mission of UVA Health through publications, presentations, and participation in professional organizations.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical trials.
- Share in the on-call responsibilities for liver transplant patients.
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree.
- Board certification in Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
- Additional fellowship training and board certification in Transplant Hepatology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Virginia.
- Strong clinical skills in hepatology and liver transplantation.
- Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine and teaching.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- A track record of research and scholarly activity is highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in clinical research, including participation in clinical trials.
- A record of peer-reviewed publications in the field of hepatology or liver transplantation.
- Experience in mentoring and teaching at various levels of medical education.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Access to cutting-edge research facilities and resources.
- Collaboration with leading experts in hepatology and liver transplantation.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following:
- A current CV.
- A cover letter detailing clinical, research, and teaching experience.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Contact Information: Jennifer Stover, Provider Recruiter, [email protected]
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
