Open Rank-Lung Transplant Pulmonologist

Lung Transplant, Ecmo, And Cystic Fibrosis Pulmonologist

The University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Transplant Institute is seeking a Lung Transplant, ECMO, and Cystic Fibrosis Pulmonologist to expand our Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant program. This full-time clinical position is at the Assistant Professor to Associate Professor Level. As a physician in the Center for Advanced Lung Disease, the candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment with CT surgeons, intensivists, and other transplant specialists. Pulmonologists within the program are responsible for the entire continuum of care for advanced lung disease patients including pre- and post-lung transplant in both inpatient and outpatient settings. As part of the academic team, the candidate will be expected to participate in the multidisciplinary ICU rounds with colleagues, residents and fellows, as well as participate in scholarly activities including clinical research and medical education. Successful candidates must have a medical degree or equivalent and have passed specialty Boards in Medicine and Pulmonary and Critical Care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical-Provides Pulmonary Transplant Services for the Center for Advanced Lung Disease at TGH and/ or other affiliated hospitals and clinics.
• Teaching-Participate in the USF fellowship program and be expected to develop didactic teaching sessions, grand rounds, clinical teaching of residents and students.
• Administrative-Complete all charting within 48 hours of encounter. Participate in all trainings and required USF/ TGH credentialing and regulatory documentation.
• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university.
• Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities.
• Responsible for academic advising and related activities.
• May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

Minimal:

Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.

Preferred:

Lung Transplant training and/ or experience. Must hold or be eligible for a full, unrestricted Florida Medical License or foreign equivalent required. To perform this position, the candidate will need to obtain and maintain a full un-restricted FL Medical License, maintain credentials in the USF Health faculty practice plan, and be a medical staff member in good standing at the hospitals he/she is assigned to perform clinical duties. The candidate will participate in the teaching of residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical medicine.

Must be board certified/eligible in Internal Medicine/Pulmonary and Critical Care

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at

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