Associate Professor of Transplant Surgery

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting TitleAssociate Professor of Transplant SurgeryDepartmentRWJ - Surgery GeneralSalary DetailsA minimum of $468,756 Offer InformationThe 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.BenefitsRutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:Medical, prescription drug, and dental coveragePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programsCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionsEmployee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)Life insurance coverageEmployee discount programsPosting SummaryJob DescriptionDuties 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 proceduresManaging all phases of donor and transplant recipient care in inpatient and outpatient settingsParticipating in transplant candidate selection committees and the development of clinical protocolsSupporting quality improvement, clinical outcomes, and regulatory performance initiativesParticipating in clinical research, scholarship, and innovation activitiesTeaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees in office, inpatient, and operative settingsCollaborating with multidisciplinary transplant teams to provide comprehensive, patient-centered careSupporting strategic growth, regional visibility, and long-term sustainability of the abdominal organ transplant programParticipating in national and regional transplant societies and professional organizations.Position StatusFull TimePosting Number26FA0527Posting Open Date05/28/2026Posting Close Date12/04/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and ExperienceThis position requires an M. D. or equivalentMust 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/LicensesActive New Jersey Medical License preferred, or eligibility for licensure in New Jersey.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPreferred QualificationsEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentOverviewStatement Posting Details Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuick Link to PostingCampusRutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location CampusDowntown New BrunswickCityNew BrunswickStateNJLocation Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. 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