Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Open Rank - Maternal Fetal Medicine (L&D Director)

Department
RWJ - OB/GYN MFM/Atu Spmc

Salary Details
A minimum of $249,679 (Instructor); $388,180 (Asst Prof) OR $458,921 (Assoc. Prof)

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School seeks a Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician to serve as Medical Director of Labor and Delivery for Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick and join the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine within the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences. The Medical Director will provide clinical and operational leadership for Labor and Delivery services, partnering with nursing, hospital, and physician leadership to ensure excellence in patient care, quality, safety, and operational performance. The successful candidate will also maintain an active Maternal-Fetal Medicine practice, caring for high-risk obstetric patients while contributing to the Division's educational, research, and quality improvement missions. This is an open-rank faculty appointment with rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Position Status
Full Time

Posting Number
26FA0814

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date
06/27/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent).
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Fellowship in Maternal Medicine
• Skills: Excellent communication skills and a proven track record in multidisciplinary team collaboration.

Certifications/Licenses

• Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with subspecialty certification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG).
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Strongly Preferred Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a high acuity Labor and Delivery unit at an academic medical center

These may influence the academic rank at which the candidate is appointed.

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentorship, and supporting learners.
• Interest or experience in clinical research and scholarly activity.
• Experience working in an academic medical center.
• Prior involvement in quality-improvement initiatives.
• A record of research publications and success in obtaining grant funding.
• Leadership experience in clinical care, education, or research.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.

Overview

Labor and Delivery Leadership, Clinical Operations, Patient Care:

1. Serve as Medical Director of Labor and Delivery, providing clinical and operational leadership in partnership with nursing and hospital leadership.
2. Oversee Labor and Delivery operations, including patient flow, triage efficiency, bed utilization, quality, safety, and patient experience.
3. Lead multidisciplinary quality and safety initiatives, including safety huddles, peer review activities, root-cause analyses, and performance improvement efforts.
4. Establish, implement, and promote adherence to evidence-based clinical protocols and best practices, including obstetric hemorrhage, hypertension, and fetal monitoring guidelines.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care for low-risk and high-risk obstetric patients.
6. Provide high-quality, evidence-based maternal-fetal medicine care, including outpatient and inpatient consultations, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, ultrasound-guided procedures, deliveries, and call coverage.
7. Support growth of the maternal-fetal medicine program through clinical program development, outreach, and collaborative care initiatives.

Education & Training:

1. Teach and mentor maternal-fetal medicine fellows, residents, medical students, advanced practice providers, and other learners.
2. Support the educational mission of the division and fellowship program through clinical teaching, conferences, lectures, and hands-on training.
3. Foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Research & Scholarly Activity:

1. Participate in clinical, translational, and/or outcomes-based research and scholarly activities.
2. Collaborate on research, quality improvement, and patient outcomes initiatives within the division, department, and health system.
3. Support trainee scholarly activity, including presentations and publications.

Other Administrative & Leadership Responsibilities:

1. Partner with departmental, hospital, and nursing leadership to advance strategic, operational, and clinical priorities.
2. Participate in departmental, institutional, and professional service activities, including committees, accreditation efforts, and program development.
3. Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/281067

Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick

City
New Brunswick

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.