American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)
Academic Hepatologist
American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Position/Rank : Academic Transplant Hepatologist
Department : 00229 - Gastroenterology
City : Salt Lake City, UT
Track : 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 gastroology 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 Minimum Requirements:
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)
How to Apply Please submit a CV and letter of interest via the University’s application portal: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190464
Inquiries Inquiries may be sent to: Dr. Ann Flynn, Interim Chief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at ann.flynn@hsc.utah.edu
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or to report discrimination or sexual misconduct, please contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ or submit an online report at oeo.utah.edu.
Special Instructions for Candidates Please provide a CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.
Open Date: 10/16/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03930F
Type: Faculty
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Department : 00229 - Gastroenterology
City : Salt Lake City, UT
Track : 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 gastroology 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 Minimum Requirements:
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)
How to Apply Please submit a CV and letter of interest via the University’s application portal: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190464
Inquiries Inquiries may be sent to: Dr. Ann Flynn, Interim Chief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at ann.flynn@hsc.utah.edu
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or to report discrimination or sexual misconduct, please contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ or submit an online report at oeo.utah.edu.
Special Instructions for Candidates Please provide a CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.
Open Date: 10/16/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03930F
Type: Faculty
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