Rheumatology Clinician Researcher

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, UW School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking applicants for a full-time assistant professor, associate professor or professor on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track. It is expected that the physician-scientist incumbent will successfully obtain ongoing extramural support to conduct investigation in the area of Rheumatologic research with a preference in lupus and lupus nephritis. Educational innovation in lieu of research is acceptable and the expectation would be that grants and administrative roles would buyout protected time within the first 3 years from date of hire. This position is full or part time, 80%-100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations.  The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and repeated every four years. Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles: Professor (CHS) or Associate Professor (CHS) or Assistant Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. The successful candidate will teach fellows, medical students, and residents. The University of Wisconsin Department of Medicine empowers leaders to transform medicine. We elevate everyone through meaningful mentorship, career development and opportunities to innovate. In the Division of Rheumatology , we help people with autoimmune, rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders have the best possible quality of life. We lead innovative research, learner-centered education, and excellent patient care—in partnership with our world-class university and remarkable health system. Together, we strive for excellence and equity to advance a thriving community for all. Through care and scholarship, we make an impact in Wisconsin and beyond.

Requirements

• WI medical license by start date of position.
• ABIM Board-certified or board eligible in rheumatology by start date of position.
• Completion of a US internal medicine residency and fellowship trained in rheumatology by the start date of the position.
• Fellows are welcome to apply.
• Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by the start date of the position.
• MD or DO, or equivalent is required

Nice To Haves

• For an appointment at Associate Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary rheumatology care and/or sub-specialty patient care with a focus on lupus and lupus nephritis.
• Provide clinical patient care and clinical teaching of residents, medical students and fellows.
• Conduct research, independently or in collaboration with other SMPH and UW faculty, within a specialized field of interest including health services research, clinical trials or a related field; OR education innovation.
• Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health.
• Work in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
• Teach fellows, medical students, and residents.

Benefits

• Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree