Academic Transplant Hepatologist

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups. Position Information Position/Rank Academic Transplant Hepatologist City Salt Lake City, UT Track Dependent on Qualifications New Position to Begin upon hire Details The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Utah seeks an Academic Hepatologist to join our dynamic and established Transplant Hepatology Program. Our multidisciplinary team includes 5 transplant hepatologists, 4 abdominal transplant surgeons, 6 transplant coordinators, 11 advanced practice providers, and 5 transplant pharmacists, all committed to delivering exceptional care. This faculty position emphasizes hepatology and liver transplantation, with the option to incorporate outpatient endoscopy based on individual interest. Clinical responsibilities may include transplant and general hepatology, as well as outreach activities. The role includes both inpatient and outpatient care, with inpatient time shared on a rotating basis among the hepatology faculty. Academic duties may involve teaching or mentoring gastroenterology fellows and medical house staff, contributing to weekly educational conferences, and participating in clinical or basic science research. As a regional leader in liver transplantation, our program has successfully performed over 400 liver transplants to date, with projections exceeding 50 transplants this year. University of Utah Health is committed to advancing this program into a nationally recognized Center of Excellence. A key strategic focus is the development of a comprehensive care model for patients with steatotic liver disease. Our work is currently strengthened by robust collaborations with weight management, addiction medicine, radiology, pathology, and oncology. To learn more about the division, please visit our website: https://medicine.utah.edu/internal-medicine/gastroenterology Qualifications: MD or equivalent medical degree Board certification in Gastroenterology (ABIM) Board eligibility in Transplant Hepatology (ABIM) Eligibility for a Utah medical license Preferred Qualifications Board certification in Transplant Hepatology (ABIM) Inquires may be sent to: Dr. Ann Flynn, Interim Chief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at ann.flynn@hsc.utah.edu The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. EEO/Non-Discrimination Information All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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Special Instructions for Candidates Please provide a CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates. Open Date Open Date 10/16/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number Requisition Number PRN03930F Type Type Faculty Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons? Yes No Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr