Clinical Nephrologist

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City invites applications for a clinical track nephrologist in the Division of Nephrology & Hypertension. The role involves outpatient clinics, dialysis units, and inpatient consults, with opportunities for teaching and clinical research.

Academic rank and salary are competitive and commensurate with experience; open date 03/19/2026 and open until filled.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree required.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine (ABIM) required.
• Board eligibility in Nephrology (ABIM) required; Utah license eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nephrology care across outpatient clinics, dialysis units, and inpatient consult services.
• Engage in teaching activities and participate in clinical research.

Skills

Board certification in Internal Med

Board eligibility in Nephrology

Utah medical license eligibility

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Board certification in Nephrology (ABIM)

Job description

Position Information

Position/Rank Clinical Nephrologist

Department 00237 - Nephrology

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin Upon Hire

Details

The Division of Nephrology & Hypertension at the University of Utah is seeking outstanding candidate for a clinical track faculty position. Academic rank and salary are competitive and commensurate with experience.

This position is based in the Salt Lake City, Utah area and involves providing comprehensive nephrology care across outpatient clinics, dialysis units, and inpatient consult services. The role also offers opportunities for teaching and participation in clinical research.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

- MD or equivalent medical degree

• Board certification in Internal Medicine ( ABIM )

• Board eligibility in Nephrology ( ABIM )

• Eligibility for a Utah medical license

Preferred Qualifications

- Board certification in Nephrology ( ABIM )

The Division of Nephrology & Hypertension is a dynamic academic unit comprising 37 faculty members and 13 advanced practice clinicians. We provide education, patient care, and research in all areas of renal disease and hypertension. Our consultation services span University of Utah Health, community hospitals, and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, offering exposure to general nephrology, hypertension, renal transplantation (including combined pancreas-kidney transplants), and all dialysis modalities. Clinics and dialysis units are located at the University of Utah Hospital, VA Medical Center, and throughout Utah.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Please submit CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.

Open Date 03/19/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN04031F

Type Faculty