Job Description

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor: Luminal Gastroenterology 


The Department of Medicine at the University of Minnesota invites applications to join the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Division at the assistant, associate, or full professor on our Luminal GI team. Our current strengths include microbiome science, inflammatory bowel disease, and use of artificial intelligence in endoscopy. We will continue to build on these strengths, but also expand our work in functional GI diseases, motility and neurogastroenterology. The ideal candidate will have excellent skills in general gastroenterology and a focused clinical interest in one of these areas. 


It is expected that an applicant will have completed their training with a strong record of clinical service, research and teaching.  In addition, the candidate is expected to have demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines, engagement in national GI professional societies and publication records to portend strong academic potential.
We are a forward-looking division, which embraces the roles of Nutrition and GI Health Psychology in providing care for our patients as well as developing research programs in these aspects of gastroenterology practice. We believe in team science and collaboration with basic researchers across our large University. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology offers:
• Academic tertiary care with established fellowships in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, as well as an advanced endoscopy fellowship and a Hepatology fellowship.
• State-of-the-art facilities including newly built clinics and endoscopy suites
• Opportunities for continued development with educational conferences, CME, and collaboration with top specialists

 

Minimum qualifications: M.D. plus three years residency in Internal Medicine, three years fellowship in gastroenterology including competence in basic endoscopic procedures, and are board-eligible or certified in Gastroenterology.


Applicants must have the 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.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. 

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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