Faculty Member, Infectious Diseases
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Infectious Disease
Salary
$264,981
– $313,285
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/25/25
Job Responsibilities
o Provide comprehensive care for transplant patients with infectious complications.
o Conduct evaluations and manage pre- and post-transplant patients.
o Participate in the development and implementation of protocols for infection prevention and management in transplant recipients.
• Teaching Responsibilities
o Educate medical students, residents, and fellows on infectious diseases in transplantation.
o Mentor trainees in clinical practice and research projects.
• Research Activities
o Engage in clinical research focusing on infectious diseases in transplant populations.
o Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national conferences.
o Seek funding opportunities to support research initiatives.
• Key opportunities
o The opportunity exists to create jobs in your image without restriction.
o The focus is approximately 70% to 80% on clinical work compared to teaching.
o The heart and lung transplant programs are brand new.
o The ability for an ambitious physician to join a growing program and help guide it’s growth.
Qualifications
• Completion of an Infectious Diseases fellowship with an additional year of training in an Infectious Diseases Transplant training program.
• Board certification or eligibility in Infectious Diseases.
• Strong clinical skills and experience in managing complex transplant patients.
• Proven track record of scholarly activity, including publications and presentations.
• Full time transplant specialist focusing on lung and heart transplants
• Bonus if you have substantial transplant specific exposure
Skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to education and mentorship of trainees.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on evidence-based practice.