Transplant Nephrologist (Open Rank – Non-Tenure System)

UI Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 238,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

UI Health in Chicago is seeking a Nephrologist, Open Rank, Non-Tenure System, to contribute to clinical care, teaching and research within the Division of Nephrology.

The role involves scholarly activities, education for students, residents and fellows, plus clinical support on transplant nephrology inpatient and outpatient services. Eligibility requires MD/DO, BE/BC in nephrology, fellowship, and an Illinois license.

Qualifications

• MD/DO required.
• BE/BC in Internal Medicine Nephrology.
• Fellowship in Nephrology or UNOS-equivalent training.
• Illinois state license prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Undertake scholarly activities and participate in the division's clinical programs; mentor students, residents and fellows.
• Provide clinical support on transplant nephrology inpatient service and outpatient clinic.

Education

MD/DO

BE/BC in Internal Medicine Nephrology

Fellowship in Nephrology

Illinois state license

Job description

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Posting Close Date: November 9, 2026

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $238,000 to $248,876.

About The University Of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

• This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System is seeking a Nephrologist, Open Rank Non-Tenure System, to participate in the clinical, teaching and research activities of the Division.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities will include scholarly activities, participation in the division's clinical programs and in the full range of educational and mentoring activities for students, residents, and fellows. Incumbents will provide clinical support on both the transplant nephrology inpatient service and the outpatient clinic. The University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System and the Division are committed to developing the careers of a diverse faculty and providing the highest standard of care to all populations.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD/DO
• BE/BC in Internal Medicine Nephrology
• Candidate must have completed a fellowship in Nephrology or fulfilled UNOS equivalent training requirements
• Must have an Illinois state license prior to start date

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