Transplant Surgery Section Chief — Associate Professor

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 574,000 - 701,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick is seeking an Associate Professor of Surgery to serve as the Section Chief of Transplant Surgery within the RWJ - Surgery General department. The role focuses on leading an abdominal organ transplant program, clinical excellence, and program development in an academic medical center.

The incumbent will teach students, residents, and fellows, participate in grand rounds and conferences, and contribute to research through abstracts and manuscripts.

Qualifications

• This position requires an M.D. or equivalent.
• Board-certified in General Surgery with fellowship in Abdominal Organ Transplantation; robotic/laparoscopic training preferred.
• Expertise in Pancreas Transplantation is highly desired; eligible for academic appointment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transplant program and oversee complex patient care.
• Rounding on transplant patients and taking call.
• Manage transplant operations, including evaluations, waitlist, and donor care.
• Administrative duties, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Recruitment, mentoring, and participation in residency/ fellowship programs.
• Educate medical students, residents, and other post-graduates.

Education

MD or equivalent

Board-certified in General Surgery

Fellowship in Abdominal Organ Transplantation

Robotic/laparoscopic training

Tools

Surgical Robotics

Job description

Rutgers University in New Brunswick is seeking an Associate Professor of Surgery to serve as the Section Chief of Transplant Surgery within the RWJ - Surgery General department. The role focuses on leading an abdominal organ transplant program, clinical excellence, and program development in an academic medical center.

The incumbent will teach students, residents, and fellows, participate in grand rounds and conferences, and contribute to research through abstracts and manuscripts.