Transplant Nephrologist, Research

About the Role

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Nephrology Transplant Physician Scientist to join our prestigious Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) and the Division of Organ Transplantation at Hackensack University Medical Center. This unique dual-role position combines cutting-edge basic and translational transplant/immunology research with clinical excellence in nephrology, caring for pre- and post-renal transplant patients and living kidney donors. The physician scientist will serve as a key member of our multidisciplinary transplant team alongside physicians, coordinators, administrators, and specialized support staff.

Education & Experience

• MD or equivalent foreign degree
• Completion of an Internal Medicine Residency and Transplant Fellowship. Consideration for applicants with strong transplant experience during/after a Nephrology Fellowship
• Minimum 3 years in a funded research program
• Demonstrated success securing NIH and/or foundation funding
• Peer-review experience (manuscripts, grants, editorial boards, or review committees)
• Minimum of 15 scientific publications, with majority as first or last author

Licensure & Certification

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology
• Eligible for New Jersey Medical License

Scientific Responsibilities - Assistant Member, HMH Center for Discovery & Innovation

• Conduct impactful basic or translational research in transplant/immunology
• Pursue grant funding and philanthropic support to sustain laboratory operations
• Lead and oversee laboratory processes, research staff, budgeting, and financial management
• Establish strategic research goals aligned with the clinical goals of the Division of Organ Transplantation
• Hold regular oversight meetings with the Chief Scientific Officer and Director of Transplantation
• Develop and implement laboratory policies, procedures, and personnel decisions
• Mentor and evaluate lab staff performance
• Participate in professional activities, including consulting, editorial work, training, study sections, seminars, and national/international conferences

Clinical Responsibilities - Attending Nephrologist, Division of Organ Transplantation

• Evaluate potential living donor and transplant recipient candidates
• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for pre- and post-transplant donors and recipients
• Teach fellows, residents, nurses, students, and multidisciplinary staff
• Collaborate to ensure full compliance with all regulatory standards
• Participate in policy development, research initiatives, and departmental protocols
• Serve as a resource and representative for organ donation and transplantation at institutional and community events
• Engage regularly with hospital personnel, patients, and visitors

Pay

The minimum base salary for this position is $316,154. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

Benefits

HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.