Academic Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Lung Transplant Program

Overview

The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Utah is seeking applicants for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor levels to join our established Lung Transplant program. This individual will participate in the Division's clinical, educational and research programs. Primary duties will focus on the care of lung transplant patients, including initial evaluation, peri-transplant care and post-transplant care at the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics.

The position includes opportunities for educational activities with trainees (fellows, residents and medical students), and work on research and quality improvement projects. This individual will be expected to devote effort in programmatic development and outreach.

Applicants must possess a Medical Degree, be ABIM board certified, Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and must be eligible for a medical licensure in the state of Utah.

Preference will be given to individuals with transplant experience. Successful candidates will be appointed at a faculty rank and salary appropriate for his/her qualifications.

The University of Utah Lung Transplant Program has been performing lung transplants for almost 30 years. The program has been experiencing remarkable growth over the past five years in terms of patients referred and recipients of lung transplantation. In 2025, our program performed 50 lung transplants and we anticipate further growth. The program emphasizes quality improvement with multiple projects focused on reducing perioperative complications and extending the quantity and quality of life for recipients.

Our program was highlighted in the IHI Lung Transplant Growth Collaborative sponsored by OPTN for its recent successes.

Applicants apply online with a letter of interest and a Curriculum Vitae to:

Ramsey Hachem, MD
Chief, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Professor of Internal Medicine
University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
ramsey.hachemh.edu

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in education programs or activities as required by Title IX. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Department of Education, or both.

Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities upon request. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.

City:
Salt Lake City, UT
Track:
Track Dependent on Qualifications
Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Requisition Number: PRN
03986F