Your Future Starts Here
Our department is comprised of passionate and dedicated faculty, staff, and trainees committed to supporting our mission and three pillars: clinical care, education, and research. We are excited you are interested in starting a career with us and encourage you to read below to learn more about why UAB is the heartbeat of Birmingham.
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Innovative Practice
UAB is leading the way in transforming healthcare through cutting-edge advancements. Groundbreaking work in uterine transplants offers new hope for women facing infertility, while pioneering research on nitric oxide is unlocking new therapies for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Coupled with the exploration of artificial intelligence, these innovations are enhancing diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient outcomes—showcasing UAB’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of medicine and improving lives through technology and scientific discovery.
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Work/Life Balance
As a UAB employee, you have access to a variety of offerings and resources to support you personally and professionally. Enjoy exclusive discounts at numerous retailers, restaurants, and entertainment venues throughout Birmingham. On campus, take advantage of an extensive network of services, such as professional development workshops, continuing education opportunities, wellness programs, counseling services, and access to state-of-the-art recreational facilities. For more information regarding employee perks, visit the UAB Benefits page.
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Individualized Career Coaching
We are unique because we have a executive coach on faculty in our department. We offer one-on-one career coaching that is tailored to your unique goals and strengths. Whether you’re aiming for a long career in academic medicine, exploring a new area of our specialty, or enhancing your leadership capabilities, our dedicated support team help you set achievable milestones and navigate each step of your professional journey.
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Job Crafting
We empower our team to shape their roles in meaningful ways that align with their strengths, passions, and career goals. By proactively redesigning tasks, relationships, and work environments, individuals can enhance job satisfaction, boost engagement, and increase productivity. This personalized approach not only supports professional growth but also fosters a more fulfilling and balanced work experience, helping employees thrive within UAB’s dynamic and supportive community.
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Mentorship
Our department emphasizes mentorship as a core part of its culture, aiming to foster well-rounded leaders in the field. Our mentorship opportunities are designed to foster knowledge sharing, skill development, and career advancement. By helping individuals navigate challenges, discover new opportunities, and build confidence, our mentorship initiatives create a supportive environment for mutual growth and success.
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Peer Networking Sessions
Through facilitated discussions, round-table workshops, and informal meetings, participants exchange best practices, explore innovative solutions to common challenges, and uncover opportunities for cross-departmental partnerships. These sessions not only expand your network but also support ongoing peer learning, mentorship, and career growth.
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Tuition Assitance
UAB’s Educational Assistance Program offers tuition support to eligible full-time regular employees, residents, post-doctoral trainees, certain shift employees, and retirees. After six months of continuous service, employees may receive full in-state tuition for credit-bearing courses at UAB. After one year of service (waived for faculty), employees’ spouses, sponsored adults, and unmarried dependent children under age 26 may receive 50% tuition assistance for undergraduate courses at UAB. For more information, visit the UAB Employee Perks & Resources page.
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Innovative Practice
UAB is leading the way in transforming healthcare through cutting-edge advancements. Groundbreaking work in uterine transplants offers new hope for women facing infertility, while pioneering research on nitric oxide is unlocking new therapies for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Coupled with the exploration of artificial intelligence, these innovations are enhancing diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient outcomes—showcasing UAB’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of medicine and improving lives through technology and scientific discovery.
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Work/Life Balance
As a UAB employee, you have access to a variety of offerings and resources to support you personally and professionally. Enjoy exclusive discounts at numerous retailers, restaurants, and entertainment venues throughout Birmingham. On campus, take advantage of an extensive network of services, such as professional development workshops, continuing education opportunities, wellness programs, counseling services, and access to state-of-the-art recreational facilities. For more information regarding employee perks, visit the UAB Benefits page.
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Individualized Career Coaching
We are unique because we have a executive coach on faculty in our department. We offer one-on-one career coaching that is tailored to your unique goals and strengths. Whether you’re aiming for a long career in academic medicine, exploring a new area of our specialty, or enhancing your leadership capabilities, our dedicated support team help you set achievable milestones and navigate each step of your professional journey.
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Job Crafting
We empower our team to shape their roles in meaningful ways that align with their strengths, passions, and career goals. By proactively redesigning tasks, relationships, and work environments, individuals can enhance job satisfaction, boost engagement, and increase productivity. This personalized approach not only supports professional growth but also fosters a more fulfilling and balanced work experience, helping employees thrive within UAB’s dynamic and supportive community.
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Mentorship
Our department emphasizes mentorship as a core part of its culture, aiming to foster well-rounded leaders in the field. Our mentorship opportunities are designed to foster knowledge sharing, skill development, and career advancement. By helping individuals navigate challenges, discover new opportunities, and build confidence, our mentorship initiatives create a supportive environment for mutual growth and success.
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Peer Networking Sessions
Through facilitated discussions, round-table workshops, and informal meetings, participants exchange best practices, explore innovative solutions to common challenges, and uncover opportunities for cross-departmental partnerships. These sessions not only expand your network but also support ongoing peer learning, mentorship, and career growth.
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Tuition Assitance
UAB’s Educational Assistance Program offers tuition support to eligible full-time regular employees, residents, post-doctoral trainees, certain shift employees, and retirees. After six months of continuous service, employees may receive full in-state tuition for credit-bearing courses at UAB. After one year of service (waived for faculty), employees’ spouses, sponsored adults, and unmarried dependent children under age 26 may receive 50% tuition assistance for undergraduate courses at UAB. For more information, visit the UAB Employee Perks & Resources page.
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Ready to Connect?
We are excited to start the conversation about the many possibilities that await you in Birmingham. To view our current job openings, navigate to the UAB Careers page. Contact our Director of Faculty Recruitment for more information about faculty positions. For more information regarding open staff positions, please contact.
Dr. Brittney Clark
Director of Faculty Recruitment
blantrip@uabmc.edu