Position Summary

The Division of Nephrology at Columbia University in New York is seeking an academically oriented Transplant Nephrologist to join our expanding kidney transplant program. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care to kidney transplant recipients and living donors, participate in multidisciplinary transplant activities, and contribute to the Division’s clinical, educational, and research missions. This position offers opportunities for academic advancement within a vibrant and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical care to kidney transplant recipients, candidates, and living donors.
• Participate in kidney transplant evaluation, selection, and follow-up in collaboration with transplant surgeons, coordinators, pharmacists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Manage immunosuppressive regimens and post-transplant complications in accordance with best practices and institutional protocols.
• Engage in transplant quality assurance and compliance activities with UNOS, CMS, and institutional regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to the education and training of nephrology fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Participate in and/or develop clinical, translational, or basic science research related to kidney transplantation.
• Collaborate with faculty across departments to promote innovation and excellence in patient care and scholarship.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in Nephrology.
• Completion of an AST-accredited Transplant Nephrology Fellowship (or equivalent).
• Eligible for medical licensure in New York State.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, clinical excellence, and collaborative teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an academic medical center or large-volume transplant program.
• Record of scholarly activity, including publications or funded research.
• Interest or experience in medical education, clinical trials, or outcomes research.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

About Columbia University

Columbia University is one of the world's most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive and distinguished learning environment for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields. The University recognizes the importance of its location in New York City and seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of a great metropolis. It seeks to attract a diverse and international faculty and student body, to support research and teaching on global issues, and to create academic relationships with many countries and regions. It expects all areas of the university to advance knowledge and learning at the highest level and to convey the products of its efforts to the world.

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