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The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition invite applications for a clinical faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level for a board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Gastroenterologist with certification in Pediatric Transplant Hepatology. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative and nationally recognized multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation at UVA Health Children’s.

This position is ideal for a motivated clinician leader interested in expanding a growing pediatric liver transplant and hepatology program through excellence in clinical car and program development. Opportunities for tenure-track consideration are available for candidates with aligned academic interests and experience. Rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications.

The Pediatric Liver Transplant Program at UVA Health Children’s is a collaborative program with University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) that provides comprehensive multidisciplinary care for children with acute and chronic liver disease. The program has established expertise in pediatric liver transplantation, including living donor transplantation, and is well-positioned for continued growth in transplant hepatology and metabolic liver disease. The successful candidate will play a central role in guiding the future growth and strategic vision of the program, including expansion of clinical programs, outreach efforts, and research infrastructure.

The successful candidate will serve as Medical Director, Pediatric Liver Transplant Program. This position will provide leadership in the clinical, regulatory, and quality oversight of the pediatric liver transplant program in collaboration with transplant surgery leadership, transplant administration, and the multidisciplinary transplant team. Responsibilities include oversight of transplant quality metrics and outcomes, participation in OPTN/UNOS-related activities, collaboration in strategic planning and program growth initiatives, and development of quality improvement and patient safety efforts related to pediatric hepatology and transplantation.

Clinical responsibilities will include participation in shared divisional call coverage, inpatient consultative and attending services, pediatric hepatology and transplant clinics, outreach clinics, and multidisciplinary transplant-related care. The successful candidate will also participate in the teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows within the Division’s ACGME-accredited Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship Program.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience or strong interest in clinical and translational research, particularly those interested in helping expand the Division’s hepatology and transplant-related research infrastructure.

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition includes eight faculty and five nurse practitioners. Within the division there is expertise in inflammatory bowel disease, eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders, disorders of gut-brain interaction, aerodigestive disorders, intestinal rehabilitation, nutrition, global health, and medical education. Together with outstanding colleagues in Pediatric Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Pediatric and Interventional Radiology, and adult Gastroenterology, the Division serves as one of the leading pediatric digestive disease programs in the Commonwealth and region. The Division’s clinical mission is supported by dedicated nurse care coordinators, psychologists, dietitians, social workers, clinical research coordinators, and outstanding administrative staff. 

As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center serving central Virginia, a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children’s Hospital has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News and World Report for five consecutive years and holds national rankings in eight subspecialties.

Charlottesville, Virginia offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small-town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. Nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, and skiing. The region boasts a dynamic culinary scene, entertainment offerings, and over forty wineries along with numerous breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine, USA Today, and rated the fifth happiest place to live by Outside Magazine, Charlottesville provides an exceptional quality of life. 

Seize this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive—both professionally and personally—in an exceptional academic and community setting. Join us at UVA Health and become part of a legacy of excellence in Charlottesville, Virginia. 

The position is open to individuals with M.D.  or D. O. degrees and candidates must be board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Gastroenterologist with certification in Pediatric Transplant Hepatology The position is for tenure or non-tenure tracks at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. 

To apply for this position, apply online at https://apply.interfolio.com/187093.

Please Complete your application online and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter
•  CV/resume  
• The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references

 For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Jeremy Middleton at jpm8k@uvahealth.org