Nephrology Transplant Medical Director

Utah Education Network; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah invites applications for the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Medical Director within the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Internal Medicine, Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine. The role requires leadership over kidney/pancreas transplantation, UNOS/OPTN responsibilities, and academic and clinical activities.

Ideal candidates will hold board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, UNOS eligibility, and be eligible for an unrestricted Utah

Qualifications

• Medical Degree required; board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.
• UNOS certification or eligibility required.
• Eligible to hold an unrestricted Utah medical license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kidney and pancreas transplant care across all stages.
• Lead a transplant nephrology team and collaborate with multidisciplinary groups.
• Engage in teaching and research activities.
• Coordinate with program leadership and hospital administration to grow the transplant program.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Medical Degree

Board Certification: Internal Medicine

Board Certification: Nephrology

UNOS certification or eligibility

Job description

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank

Position/Rank Nephrology Transplant Medical Director

Department

Department 00237 - Nephrology

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track

Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin

New Position to Begin Upon Hire

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah is seeking applications for Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Medical Director. Candidates should have expertise in kidney and pancreas transplantation, must be board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, and must have UNOS certification or eligibility. They must also be eligible to hold an unrestricted Utah medical license. Applicants must have the ability to independently manage all kidney and pancreas transplant patients, as well as live kidney donors, through all phases of transplantation or donation. The Transplant Medical Director will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide outstanding care for patients and to grow the kidney and pancreas transplantation program at the University of Utah. Academic track and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. The Transplant Medical Director will be involved in all clinical and administrative activities of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program as well as the academic activities of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension. The Medical Director will oversee a dynamic team of transplant nephrologists and advanced practice clinicians and will work closely with University of Utah Health senior leadership as well as leadership and colleagues across departments, including Surgery, Anesthesia, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Laboratory Medicine. Successful candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, and knowledge of national and local transplant practices and policies. The primary duties will focus on the care of kidney transplant patients, including initial evaluation, pre-transplant care, and post-transplant care at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics, as well as outreach activities in Utah and neighboring states. The Transplant Medical Director serves as OPTN / UNOS Primary Physician for the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at the University of Utah. The Transplant Medical Director will also oversee kidney and pancreas transplant education for trainees (e.g. medical students, internal medicine residents, and general nephrology fellows) and will work together with the Program Director of the ACGME -certified Transplant Nephrology fellowship to train transplant nephrology fellows. The Transplant Medical Director is also expected to lead research and quality improvement projects. Applications from transplant nephrologists leading federally funded research programs are encouraged. Candidate reviews will begin upon receipt and continue until a successful candidate is identified and/or the search is closed.

Minimum Qualifications: Medical Degree, must be board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, and must have UNOS certification or eligibility. Candidates must also be eligible to hold an unrestricted Utah Medical License.

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.

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Open Date

Open Date 05/08/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN04060F

Type

Type Faculty