Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor of Medicine/Nephrology - OU Health - The University of Oklahoma

Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor of Medicine/Nephrology

1. ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT

The OU Health Sciences Center and OU Health are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nephrologist to join our dynamic academic medical center. The successful candidate will contribute to excellence in clinical care, education, and research in the field of nephrology. This is a full-time faculty position with appointment at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Medicine, College of Medicine with opportunities for career advancement.  This position will be a consecutive term appointment in the clinician educator pathway.

1. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree (MD or equivalent)
• Board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Oklahoma.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.

III. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and foster a collegial academic environment.
• Prior experience in medical education and/or clinical research.
• Interest in quality improvement, population health, or health disparities research.

1. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive nephrology services, including the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and fluid/electrolyte disorders.
• Supervise and provide care for patients requiring dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) and those with renal transplantation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Serve as a consultant for inpatient and outpatient nephrology cases.

Teaching and Mentorship

• Conduct teaching rounds with medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participate in curriculum development and teaching activities for the nephrology training program.
• Mentor trainees and junior faculty in clinical and research skills.

Research and Scholarly Activity

• Engage in independent or collaborative research within nephrology or related disciplines.
• Contribute to the academic mission through presentations at national or international meetings.

Administrative and Leadership Duties

• Participate in departmental committees and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support institutional goals aligned with the academic medical center’s mission and strategic plan.

Work Environment

• Academic medical center with robust clinical, research, and educational programs.
• State-of-the-art facilities and access to cutting-edge technology.
• Collegial atmosphere that encourages innovation and professional growth.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive, commensurate with experience and academic rank.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME support.
• Opportunities for promotion and leadership within the department.

1. OKLAHOMA CITY AND OUHSC

Oklahoma City is a dynamic, fast-growing metropolis with a thriving economy anchored by energy, aerospace, biotechnology, and a surging tech sector.  Oklahoma City boasts a low cost of living and a housing market where you can actually afford to own a home. OKC is home to the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder, world-class museums like the Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the Oklahoma City National Memorial, and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, and a thriving food scene.

OUHSC is one of the few campuses in the nation housing colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, dentistry, and allied health under one roof, creating a fertile environment for interdisciplinary research, collaboration, and discovery.  OKC's academic medical community is growing rapidly, fueled by significant state and private investment in research facilities, a robust NIH funding pipeline, and an expanding patient population that brings meaningful clinical complexity and diversity.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter outlining clinical, research, and teaching interests.
• Curriculum vitae (CV).
• Contact information for three professional references.

The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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