Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine- Advanced Heart Failure Specialist

Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine
- Advanced Heart Failure Specialist

The Marshall University Joan

C. Edwards School of Medicine’s Department of Cardiovascular Services is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist to join our growing faculty. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex heart failure, including pre‑ and post‑transplant care, mechanical circulatory support, and advanced therapies. This role is part of a dynamic and expanding academic cardiology program in a collegial, team‑based environment.

Faculty physicians enjoy access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and strong institutional support for both clinical and academic growth. This appointment is open at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on a clinical track, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and interests.

• Provide comprehensive care for patients with advanced heart failure, including those requiring mechanical circulatory support or transplant evaluation.
• Participate in the development and advancement of the Advanced Heart Failure program, working closely with multidisciplinary teams.
• Serve as attending physician at one primary site, with coverage rotating among two hospitals and satellite clinics.
• Participate in inpatient rounding every sixth weekend, with support from cardiology fellows (no year‑round call requirement).
• Teach and mentor general cardiology fellows, residents, and medical students in both formal and informal settings.
• Engage in scholarly activity including quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and collaboration with Marshall’s translational and biomedical sciences programs.

• MD or DO (or foreign equivalent)

• Successful completion of an ACGME‑accredited Cardiovascular Disease fellowship and an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology fellowship.
• Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease;
  Board Eligible in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.
• Must hold or be eligible for a full and unrestricted West Virginia medical license at the time of employment.

• This position qualifies for J‑1 visa sponsorship.
• Faculty are supported by an ACGME‑approved cardiology fellowship program and advanced cardiovascular imaging programs.
• Marshall Health is part of a thriving health system with two major hospital partners and an expanding regional network.

• Annual and sick leave: up to 24 days of annual leave and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.
• Health insurance: plans offered through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA).
• Educational/tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children.
• Retirement: participation in mandatory retirement plan (401(a)) and TIAA options.
• Life insurance: basic mandatory term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost, with optional additional coverage.
• Wellness programs: care management and Pathways to Wellness programs provided by PEIA.

Location:

MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine

Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Marshall University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.