Senior Level Clinical Associate Professor Jobs
Senior level clinical associate professor jobs place experienced faculty in charge of curriculum leadership, clinical program oversight, and the mentorship of junior colleagues and trainees. Most openings are on-site and hybrid, concentrated in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like University of Florida, University Of Washington, and University of Rochester hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
The Department of Surgery, Section of Transplantation, is seeking candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Clinical responsibilities will include kidney and pancreas transplantation. Expertise in hemodialysis access is desired but not required. Candidates should be committed to clinical excellence, and dedicated to teaching, innovation, and scholarship. Strongest consideration will be given to candidates who bring diverse perspective, background, and training to the position and our Section.
The transplant program at the University of Michigan is one of the oldest and largest in the country. Our group takes pride in our collaborative team approach and is dedicated to the training of our American Society of Transplant Surgeons abdominal transplant fellows.
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Section of Transplantation in the Department of Surgery is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status, except as allowed by the need for bona fide occupational qualifications. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practice.
Interested candidates should email curriculum vitae and a cover letter to:
Seth Waits, MD
Moses Gunn M.D. Research Professor
Section Head, Transplant Surgery
Associate Professor of Surgery, Section of Transplant Surgery
Surgical Director, Liver Transplantation
Transplant Fellowship Program Director
waitss@med.umich.edu
Required Qualifications
Candidate must be board eligible or board certified in General Surgery and must have completed an ASTS approved transplant surgery fellowship. Candidate must hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan and Federal DEA registration. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications for consideration of the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285604
Working Title
CLINICAL ASST/ASSOC PROF
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Transplant Surgery (STX)
Posting Begin/End Date
11/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
Job Summary
The Department of Surgery, Section of Transplantation, is seeking candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Clinical responsibilities will include kidney and pancreas transplantation. Expertise in hemodialysis access is desired but not required. Candidates should be committed to clinical excellence, and dedicated to teaching, innovation, and scholarship. Strongest consideration will be given to candidates who bring diverse perspective, background, and training to the position and our Section.
The transplant program at the University of Michigan is one of the oldest and largest in the country. Our group takes pride in our collaborative team approach and is dedicated to the training of our American Society of Transplant Surgeons abdominal transplant fellows.
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Section of Transplantation in the Department of Surgery is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status, except as allowed by the need for bona fide occupational qualifications. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practice.
Interested candidates should email curriculum vitae and a cover letter to:
Seth Waits, MD
Moses Gunn M.D. Research Professor
Section Head, Transplant Surgery
Associate Professor of Surgery, Section of Transplant Surgery
Surgical Director, Liver Transplantation
Transplant Fellowship Program Director
waitss@med.umich.edu
Required Qualifications
Candidate must be board eligible or board certified in General Surgery and must have completed an ASTS approved transplant surgery fellowship. Candidate must hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan and Federal DEA registration. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications for consideration of the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285604
Working Title
CLINICAL ASST/ASSOC PROF
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Transplant Surgery (STX)
Posting Begin/End Date
11/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
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Senior Level Clinical Associate Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level clinical associate professor job?
Employers at this level look for a demonstrated record of independent scholarship or clinical practice, leadership in curriculum development or program building, and experience mentoring students or junior faculty. A strong publication or grant history, committee service, and evidence that you have shaped a department's direction beyond your own classroom or clinic will distinguish your application from candidates earlier in their careers.
Which companies hire senior level clinical associate professors?
Companies hiring senior level clinical associate professors right now include University of Florida, University Of Washington, and University of Rochester, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is driven primarily by academic medical centers, research universities, and health system-affiliated professional schools seeking faculty who can lead programs, not just fill teaching assignments.
Are there remote senior level clinical associate professor jobs?
Yes, though most positions carry at least some on-site expectation given the clinical and supervisory nature of the work. About 0% of senior level clinical associate professor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common in didactic, simulation-based, or administrative faculty positions than in hands-on clinical teaching roles.
What makes a clinical associate professor role senior level?
A senior level clinical associate professor takes on ownership beyond the classroom: leading curriculum committees, coordinating clinical training programs, supervising residents or junior faculty, and contributing to accreditation or strategic planning. The distinction from a mid-level role is scope and accountability, not just years in a seat. Senior faculty are expected to shape institutional direction and develop the people around them.
Which industries hire the most senior level clinical associate professors?
Senior Level clinical associate professor roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate accredited training programs that require experienced faculty who can carry both educational and clinical governance responsibilities.