Associate Medical Director, Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory

The Vanderbilt University Medical Center Seeks an Associate Medical Director of the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory | Spearhead a New, Very Busy Lab | Thrive in a Fast-Paced Environment | Live and Work in Highly Desirable Nashville, TN
 
Shape the future of transplant medicine at one of the nation's top medical centers. Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) seeks a dynamic Associate Medical Director of the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory to join its pioneering team in an expanding transplant center. This role offers a unique opportunity to partner with the Medical Director in a high-growth environment, supporting world-class services across VUMC's prestigious facilities. You'll make critical decisions, lead a talented team, and contribute to cutting-edge research. If you're ready to thrive in a fast-paced setting and drive innovation in transplant care, contact us to learn more.

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a pioneering team at VUMC, a national leader in solid organ and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
• Spearhead a new lab as Associate Medical Director, supporting world-class services such as the NCI-designated Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center, Vanderbilt University Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
• Shape the future of transplant medicine by training laboratory personnel, residents, and fellows from pathology and transplant departments
• Engage in cutting-edge clinical or translational research, dedicating up to 20% of your time to advancing the field
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, making critical decisions for surgeons in high-stakes situations
• Leverage your expertise to navigate change and drive innovation in a bustling transplant lab
• Benefit from extensive, hands-on training to enhance your skills and impact patient care 
• VUMC was again named to the Honor Roll of America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report in the publication’s 2023-2024 ranking of healthcare facilities. VUMC is No. 1 in Tennessee, No. 1 in the Metro Nashville area and the only health system in the Southeast to be named to this year’s Honor Roll.

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