Cardiologist, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Internal Medicine, Heart Failure (186949)

Stony Brook University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Stony Brook University Health Sciences is actively seeking a full-time academic Heart Failure/VAD cardiologist (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) for the Heart Institute at Stony Brook University Hospital. The role combines inpatient and outpatient care within a robust, university-based program, with opportunities to pursue translational, clinical, and basic science research.

Ideal candidates will have expertise in advanced heart failure and VAD management, board certification in Internal

Qualifications

• MD/DO or MD/PhD (or foreign equivalent).
• Board certified in Internal Medicine and board eligible/board certified in Cardiovascular disease and/or Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology with expertise in heart failure and ventricular assist device management.
• Experience and excellence in clinical subspecialty care, educational initiatives or cardiovascular research.
• We welcome early-career candidates from advanced heart failure/VAD fellowships who are ready to build a national profile with strong institutional support.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care across inpatient and outpatient heart failure/VAD programs.
• Engage in translational, clinical, and/or basic science research with mentorship and funding support.
• Develop leadership roles and contribute to program strategy and growth.
• Collaborate with surgical partners and multidisciplinary teams to expand VAD, shock, and HF services.

Education

MD/DO or MD/PhD

Board certified in Internal Medicine

Cardiovascular disease and/or Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

Job description

Stony Brook University: Health Sciences: Renaissance School of Medicine: Internal Medicine: Cardiology

Description

The Division of Cardiology at The Heart Institute, Stony Brook University Hospital, seeks a full-time academic Heart Failure/VAD cardiologist (Assistant or Associate or Full Professor levels) to join our expanding cardiovascular program. This position offers a robust and flexible mix of inpatient and outpatient clinical responsibilities within a major university-based Heart Institute. Clinical efforts, areas of focus, and academic activities will be tailored to align with individual strengths, subspecialty interests, and long-term career goals. This role also offers a complete academic commitment with support to establish or participate in translational, clinical, and/or basic science research.

We are seeking a high-potential advanced heart failure/MCS cardiologist ready to grow into a key leadership role within a mature Joint Commission-certified program. You will be part of a collegial, innovative, nationally recognized and award-winning faculty committed to excellence in patient care, mentoring, and teaching. We serve a population of 1.7 million people in Suffolk County, with additional patients from the tri-state region. Stony Brook University Hospital has been ranked among the top 100 Hospitals for cardiac care by Healthgrades since 2016.

• Work alongside nationally recognized experts in advanced heart failure, VAD, MCS, CardioOncology and CardioObstetrics. The Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center supports programs of excellence in cardio-oncology, adult congenital heart disease, cardio-obstetrics, sports cardiology and a second opinion program in advanced cardiac disease with award-winning programs in interventional, structural cardiology, and electrophysiology.
• Joint Commission-certified Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy program (2013-present).
• Joint Commission-certified Mechanical Circulatory Assist Device program (2011-present).
• You will join a program with strong surgical partners, expanding referral base, and institutional backing to increase VAD, shock, and advanced HF volumes, with clear opportunities to shape program strategy. An individualized development plan will align your clinical focus (MCS, shock, transplant evaluation, cardio-oncology, imaging, outcomes research) with mentorship, leadership roles, and promotion criteria. Candidates will have access to tremendous division-supported infrastructure for clinical trials, outcomes research, and implementation science, with mentorship for early-career funding and support for national speaking and committee roles.
• Enjoy competitive academic salaries, productivity bonuses, a unique and comprehensive benefits package, loan forgiveness and extensive mentoring.
• Thrive in a supportive environment of excellence that prioritizes mentorship, sustainable work-life balance, leadership opportunities, and flexible, team-based scheduling to foster long-term career growth.
• Only a car or train ride away from New York City, Long Island offers a rich quality of life with family-friendly communities, award-winning schools, and vibrant communities including art and interest groups. Enjoy diverse neighborhoods, active outdoor activities year-round, running trails, water sports, and beautiful parks and beaches. With its mix of suburban, urban, and rural lifestyles, Long Island is perfect for singles, couples, and families alike.
• Recent graduates (rising stars) from high-caliber training backgrounds and those seeking to elevate their current practice are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and kind physician who enjoys seeing patients and is committed to contributing to the growth and long-term goals of the Heart Institute. MD, DO or MD/PhD (or foreign equivalent). Board certified in Internal Medicine and board eligible/board certified in Cardiovascular disease and/or Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology with expertise in heart failure and ventricular assist device management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and excellence in clinical subspecialty care, educational initiatives or cardiovascular research. We also particularly welcome early-career candidates from advanced heart failure/VAD fellowships who are ready to build a national profile in MCS, shock, or HF outcomes with strong institutional support.

Special Notes

Tenure/Non-Tenure Track position. FLSA Exempt position