The Department of Pediatrics and The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible pediatric hepatologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The selected candidate will join six other full-time faculty and two nurse practitioners in a thriving academic pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition practice that cares for patients with diverse and fascinating problems. Our program covers the full spectrum of care in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. 

The successful candidate will:

Participate in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellowsParticipate in research projects and other academic/scholarly activities tailored to their career interests and goalsParticipate in service activities on behalf of the department, medical school, and their profession

The Division plays a leading and integral role in hepatology and liver transplantation, hosting one of the longest-standing pediatric liver transplant programs in the United States. The Division is home to a nationally recognized program in pediatric pancreatology and total pancreatectomy, pancreatic islet autotransplantation. We have ongoing clinical research projects in gastrointestinal disease in cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis and inflammatory bowel disease, sarcopenia and autoimmune hepatitis. Our division participates in the Rare Disease program at the University of Minnesota, recently recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National Organization of Rare Diseases. The Division continues to maintain the highest ambitions for excellence in all three of its major missions: patient services, teaching, and research.

Please contact Dr. Sarah Jane Schwarzenberg, Division Director, with questions: schwa005@umn.edu

Qualifications:

Board-certified/board-eligible pediatric hepatologist. Advanced Training in hepatology including clinical experience in hepatology and/or transplant hepatology.Licensed or ability to obtain medical license and DEA in the State of Minnesota, and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of VISA category while in the United States. 

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Applicants should also complete an application for this position with the University of Minnesota.

Benefits Highlights:

We're proud to offer our employees a robust benefits package. Our benefits package was recently recognized for its appealing and inclusive nature. Some highlights include:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans

Best in industry 401K employer contribution

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Concierge services and a well-being allowance

Additional information on our benefits can be found here.

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Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

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The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.

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