Medicine Co-Director, Comprehensive Transplant Institute (CTI)

Posting Details Position Information School/CollegeSchool of MedicineTitleMedicine Co-Director, Comprehensive Transplant Institute (CTI)Assignment CategoryFull-TimeRankOpen RankTenure StatusOpen TenurePayroll StatusFaculty 12Job DescriptionThe UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute and the UAB Department of Medicine seek the next Medicine Co-Director of the Comprehensive Transplant Institute (CTI). The Co-Directorprovides strategic, clinical, and academic leadership to advance the Institute’s mission across patient care, research, and education. In partnership with the Surgery Co-Director and institutional leadership, the role ensures alignment with institutional priorities while fostering innovation, growth, and excellence in transplant services.Strategic Leadership & Governance• Co-lead the vision, mission, and strategic plan for the CTI and oversee execution across all programs• Serve as Co-Chair of the CTI Leadership Committee and contribute to Institute-wide strategic direction and innovation• Provide regular updates to the CTI Oversight Committee and serve in a leadership advisory capacity• Partner with senior UAB Health System and UAB Heersink School of Medicine leadership to align CTI priorities with institutional goalsClinical & Program Oversight• Provide oversight of clinical programs to ensure excellence in transplant patient care, outcomes, and program growth• Support program directors in achieving performance, quality, and operational goals across organ programs• Guide development and implementation of new transplant programs and expansion initiatives• Ensure effective management of clinical operations, productivity, and resource utilizationResearch & Academic Mission• Oversee and promote transplant-related research initiatives, fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration• Support faculty development, education, and scholarly activity across the CTI• Advance national reputation through academic contributions, presentations, and publicationsQuality, Compliance & Operations• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and transplant compliance standards• Oversee quality improvement, patient safety, and performance benchmarking initiatives• Provide leadership in budget management, financial stewardship, and operational efficiency• Maintain alignment with institutional policies and governing bodies (e.g., SOM, health system)Collaboration & External Engagement• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration across departments, divisions, and partner organizations• Represent the CTI regionally and nationally to enhance visibility and reputation• Support and champion philanthropic efforts benefiting transplant programsReporting Relationships• Works in dyad leadership model with Surgical Co-Director• Reports to the Chief Physician Executive, with accountability to both the Senior Vice President and Dean of the Heersink School of Medicine and to the Chief Executive Officer of UAB Health SystemInterested candidates should apply at: Inquiries about this job posting should email View email address on click.appcast.io QualificationsQualifications• MD or MD/PhD with board certification and expertise in solid organ transplantation including heart, kidney, liver, or lung transplantation• Established academic leader with a record of clinical excellence, research, and education• Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic medical center• Experience in financial management, strategic planning, and program development• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational leadership skillsPreferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Posting NumberF2886POpen Date06/23/2026Close DateOpen Until FilledNoNondiscrimination StatementUAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.Special Instructions to ApplicantsPre-employment Background CheckA pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)About University of Alabama at BirminghamTo learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.