Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support and Heart Transplant Program

As part of the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s Heart Failure program expansion, the Department of Medicine is actively recruiting a full-time faculty member to help continue to grow our extensive clinical programs in heart failure, cardiac transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support, as well as to contribute to the scientific mission of the University. The Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support and Heart Transplant cardiologist will provide clinical cardiology services in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and will be in the donor call pool, taking UNOS heart donor call for potential matches of donor hearts to existing UMMC heart transplant candidates. It is expected that the candidate, with mentorship, will develop a research portfolio with extramural funding.

The advanced heart failure section is nationally known with an excellent track record in cutting edge mechanical circulatory support, heart transplant and in advanced heart failure. The University of Maryland Division of Cardiovascular and Maryland Heart Center are home to some of the brightest minds in the world in medical and surgical management of heart failure. The heart failure program is nationally recognized with an extended patient referral base.

This position requires an MD degree from a recognized accredited university (or foreign equivalent) and must be eligible for an unrestricted Maryland medical license. The individual we seek will have fellowship training in advanced heart failure.

Expected faculty rank is Assistant Professor or higher, however, final rank, tenure status, and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Expected salary range for Assistant Professors is $223,754 (min) and $461,371 (max).  The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank.  This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education / training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work / life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.  You are also invited to view the Department of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members.

Qualified candidates should apply online at the following link :   https : / / umb.taleo.net / careersection / jobdetail.ftl?job=250000LS&lang=en

When applying, please provide a CV and cover letter with the names and contact information of three references.  Though not required, you are also invited to include a perspective statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, and civility.

UMB is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.    We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For additional questions after application, please email facultypostings@som.umaryland.edu

Compensation Information :

$223754.00 / Annually - $461371.00 / Annually