Medicine Co-Director, Comprehensive Transplant Institute (CTI)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Portal•Birmingham, AL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute and the UAB Department of Medicine seek the next Medicine Co-Director of the Comprehensive Transplant Institute (CTI). The Co-Director provides strategic, clinical, and academic leadership to advance the Institute’s mission across patient care, research, and education. In partnership with the Surgery Co-Director and institutional leadership, the role ensures alignment with institutional priorities while fostering innovation, growth, and excellence in transplant services.

Requirements

MD or MD/PhD with board certification and expertise in solid organ transplantation including heart, kidney, liver, or lung transplantation
Established academic leader with a record of clinical excellence, research, and education
Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic medical center
Experience in financial management, strategic planning, and program development
Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational leadership skills

Responsibilities

Co-lead the vision, mission, and strategic plan for the CTI and oversee execution across all programs
Serve as Co-Chair of the CTI Leadership Committee and contribute to Institute-wide strategic direction and innovation
Provide regular updates to the CTI Oversight Committee and serve in a leadership advisory capacity
Partner with senior UAB Health System and UAB Heersink School of Medicine leadership to align CTI priorities with institutional goals
Provide oversight of clinical programs to ensure excellence in transplant patient care, outcomes, and program growth
Support program directors in achieving performance, quality, and operational goals across organ programs
Guide development and implementation of new transplant programs and expansion initiatives
Ensure effective management of clinical operations, productivity, and resource utilization
Oversee and promote transplant-related research initiatives, fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration
Support faculty development, education, and scholarly activity across the CTI
Advance national reputation through academic contributions, presentations, and publications
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and transplant compliance standards
Oversee quality improvement, patient safety, and performance benchmarking initiatives
Provide leadership in budget management, financial stewardship, and operational efficiency
Maintain alignment with institutional policies and governing bodies (e.g., SOM, health system)
Foster multidisciplinary collaboration across departments, divisions, and partner organizations
Represent the CTI regionally and nationally to enhance visibility and reputation
Support and champion philanthropic efforts benefiting transplant programs