"Gastroenterology Physician Scientist"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The University of Wisconsin Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks a physician scientist (tenure track) to join us as faculty.

The University of Wisconsin Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is renowned for delivering high-value patient care, driving innovative research, and shaping the future leaders of gastroenterology and hepatology.

At the forefront of our division's success is a comprehensive range of clinical programs that are considered among the best in the field. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report, the UW Health Gastroenterology and GI surgery program consistently ranks within the top 50 nationwide, a testament to our commitment to excellence. Additionally, our UW Health liver transplant program is nationally acclaimed as a Center of Excellence, acknowledged by most insurance networks for its exceptional standards.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will provide direct patient care at University Hospitals and Clinics, the William S. Middleton Veteran's Affairs Hospital, UnityPoint Meriter Hospital and at UW Health approved locations as well as outreach locations.
• The primary clinical practice will include procedural, inpatient, and ambulatory care, to include endoscopy procedures, as well as sub-specialty care in gastroenterology.
• The candidate will also be involved with teaching medical students, residents and fellows.
• The successful candidate 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.

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Compensation:

Negotiable. 12 months.

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

Required Qualifications:

• Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology is required by the appointment start date.
• American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Certification required.
• Candidate is required to have a Wisconsin medical license by the appointment start date.
• Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges by the appointment start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an academic medical setting preferred.
• For an appointment as Tenure track or Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track faculty, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines on the Tenure track or Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track.
• Research interests and responsibilities in gastroenterology.
• Clinical responsibilities and academic interests in gastroenterology.

Education:

MD, DO, or equivalent is required.

How to Apply:

The deadline for assuring full consideration is February 13, 2026, however, this position will remain open, and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Please use the online UW Job Application system to submit a current CV and a cover letter that indicates the following details:

• Your area(s) of clinical and scholarly interest in general gastroenterology.
• Your qualifications and experience in academic healthcare, including research, teaching and other scholarly work, publications and presentations, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Your area(s) of clinical and scholarly interest in general gastroenterology.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.