Physician - Nephrology

Division Chief- Nephrology

University of Virginia - Charlottesville, VA

Division of Nephrology; Center for Immunity, Inflammation & Regenerative Medicine

The University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a Division Chief of Nephrology. The candidate will provide strategic leadership across the divisions clinical, research, and educational missions while advancing innovative kidney care and strengthening UVAs national reputation in nephrology.

The Division includes 32 faculty members and 8 advanced practice providers and provides dialysis care to more than 800 patients across 12 UVA Health Dialysis facilities in Central Virginia. The division has a robust kidney and kidney-pancreas transplant program performing approximately 225 transplants annually; as well as a 9,000 square foot research laboratory in Pinn Hall.

Responsibilities:

• Lead inpatient and outpatient nephrology services, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care
• Oversee dialysis program 
• Collaborate on and support a high-quality academic kidney transplant program
• Partner with health system leadership to grow and optimize clinical programs and care delivery
• Sustain and expand a robust research program
• Strengthen extramural funding, mentorship, and investigator development 
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and scholarly productivity
• Support and enhance the nephrology fellowship program, including recruitment, curriculum, and mentorship
• Promote excellence in education for trainees and junior faculty
• Lead divisional strategy, including faculty recruitment, retention, and resource allocation
• Oversee administrative operations, budgets, and infrastructure
• Represent the division regionally and nationally; engage with key nephrology organizations
• Elevate the divisions academic visibility and reputation

Why UVA Health:

• Academic medical center within University of Virginia
• Epic EMR and advanced technology including DAX Copilot
• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Competitive faculty benefits and retirement package
• Collaborative academic environment with strong research infrastructure
• Outstanding quality of life in Charlottesville

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or MD/PhD
• Board certification in nephrology
• National reputation in academic nephrology
• Demonstrated leadership, research productivity, and commitment to education

The Division of Nephrology is dedicated to elevating patient care through prompt, respectful healthcare access, fostering an inclusive environment with equitable access to support services, championing recruitment from a variety of backgrounds, and the continued education of our Nephrology Fellows.