Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Assistant Professor - Cardiothoracic/Liver Transplant Anesthesiologist

The role provides on-site anesthesia services to adult patients undergoing cardiac and liver transplant surgeries at the University Hospital. The attending anesthesiologist works one-on-one with a senior resident in all cardiac/liver surgeries and covers two operating rooms with CRNAs/residents for non-cardiac cases. Duties also include intraoperative and didactic teaching of residents, participation in Faculty Development programs, collaboration with surgical services, and engagement in research.

Key Responsibilities
  • • Work one-on-one with a senior resident in all cardiac/liver surgeries
  • • Cover two operating rooms with the CRNAs/residents for non-cardiac cases
  • • Providing on-site anesthesia services to adult patients undergoing cardiac and liver transplant surgeries at the University Hospital
  • • Intraoperative and didactic teaching of the residents
  • • Participation in Faculty Development programs
  • • Work collaboratively with the members of the surgical services both clinically and administratively
  • • Engagement in research that forwards the discipline both academically and clinically
Schedule
  • • Full Time
Required
  • • Have a medical doctorate or equivalent
  • • Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey
  • • Be a BC/BE Anesthesiologist
  • • Board certified/Board eligible with sub-specialty in Cardiothoracic Anesthesia
  • • Board certified/eligible
Benefits & Perks
  • • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • • Employee and dependent educational benefits
  • • Life insurance coverage
  • • Employee discounts programs
Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Professor - Cardiothoracic/Liver Transplant Anesthesiologist Department NJMS - Anesthesiology Salary Details 595K Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Posting Summary

The Department of Anesthesiology at Rutgers, New Jersey Medical School, seeks a full-time Cardiothoracic/Liver Transplant anesthesiologist for a non-tenure track position. The academic rank and administrative title will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications. We offer a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and a robust retirement plan.

The attending anesthesiologist will work one-on-one with a senior resident in all cardiac/liver surgeries. Additionally, they will cover two operating rooms with the CRNAs/residents for non-cardiac cases.

Duties include providing on-site anesthesia services to adult patients undergoing cardiac and liver transplant surgeries at the University Hospital; intraoperative and didactic teaching of the residents; participation in Faculty Development programs; work collaboratively with the members of the surgical services both clinically and administratively; and engagement in research that forwards the discipline both academically and clinically.

Qualified applicants must: 1. Have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2. Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey, and 3. Be a BC/BE Anesthesiologist.

The effective day of the appointment is August 1, 2026

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmation Action Employer and is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Diversity as a core value of RBHS, embodies inclusiveness, mutual respect, and multiple perspectives and serves as a driver for excellence for achieving equity in health and health care. For more information, please visit http://recruitment.rutgers.edu/TheRUCommitment-2.htm and for the University’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative, please go to https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/60.1.8%20-%20current.pdf. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

The University Hospital, a primary teaching hospital of the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, is a widely recognized tertiary care center and Level 1 Trauma Center. Newark is a vibrant city in the larger New York area (20 minutes from Manhattan) surrounded by the idyllic communities of Northern New Jersey.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0327 Posting Open Date 04/07/2026 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Board certified/Board eligible with sub-specialty in Cardiothoracic Anesthesia

Certifications/Licenses

Board certified/eligible

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The attending anesthesiologist will work one-on-one with a senior resident in all cardiac/liver surgeries. Additionally, they will cover two operating rooms with the CRNAs/residents for non-cardiac cases.

Duties include providing on-site anesthesia services to adult patients undergoing cardiac and liver transplant surgeries at the University Hospital; intraoperative and didactic teaching of the residents; participation in Faculty Development programs; work collaboratively with the members of the surgical services both clinically and administratively; and engagement in research that forwards the discipline both academically and clinically.

The effective day of the appointment is August 1, 2026

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized

OR setting

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Light lifting

Overview

The Department of Anesthesiology at Rutgers, New Jersey Medical School, seeks a qualified Cardiothoracic/Liver Anesthesiologist for a full-time position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, Non-Tenure Track.

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/272523 Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • List of Professional References (contact Info)

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