Associate Professor of Transplant Surgery

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Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Associate Professor of Transplant Surgery


Department
RWJ - Surgery General


Salary Details
A minimum of $468,756


Offer Information


The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits


Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary


Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Looking for an Abdominal Transplant Surgeon to join a growing abdominal organ transplant program within an academic medical center. The candidate should have expertise in kidney and pancreas transplantation, including organ transplantation and recovery, with a focus on clinical excellence, multidisciplinary care, education, and programmatic growth.

As an attending at Rutgers, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, responsibilities will include all aspects of patient care and medical record completion, teaching of students, residents, and fellows via clinical patient rounds, Grand Rounds, and departmental conferences; participation in community education programs and lecture series; submission of abstracts/manuscripts for publication; and other duties as assigned by the Division Chief, Chair, or Dean. Position duties will be to function as an Abdominal Transplant Surgeon within the transplant program.

• Performing kidney and pancreas transplant surgeries, procurements, and related procedures
• Managing all phases of donor and transplant recipient care in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Participating in transplant candidate selection committees and the development of clinical protocols
• Supporting quality improvement, clinical outcomes, and regulatory performance initiatives
• Participating in clinical research, scholarship, and innovation activities
• Teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees in office, inpatient, and operative settings
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary transplant teams to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Supporting strategic growth, regional visibility, and long-term sustainability of the abdominal organ transplant program
• Participating in national and regional transplant societies and professional organizations.

Position Status
Full Time


Posting Number
26FA0527


Posting Open Date
05/28/2026


Posting Close Date
12/04/2026

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

• This position requires an M. D. or equivalent
• Must be board-certified in General Surgery with fellowship training in Abdominal Organ Transplantation, robotic/laparoscopic training/experience is preferred and be eligible for an academic appointment. Expertise in all aspects of Pancreas Transplantation is highly desired.

Certifications/Licenses


Active New Jersey Medical License preferred, or eligibility for licensure in New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

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Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick


City
New Brunswick


State
NJ


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Pre-employment Screenings


All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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