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Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor (CHS)
Job Summary:
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.

Key Job Responsibilities:
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.
60%: 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.
40%: 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.
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology
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.
Compensation:
Negotiable, 12 month
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer OR SMPH University Staff Benefits Flyer.
Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Education:
MD or DO, or equivalent is required
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• Cover letter
• Resume
• Research Statement
Your cover letter should address how your training and experience align with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected
The deadline for assuring full consideration is January 18, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
Contact Information:
Brianna Bohnsack, PHR, Faculty Recruiter, bbohnsack@medicine.wisc.edu, 608-265-9662
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