Academic Clinician Position - Hospitalist Program - Junior Rank

Inside Higher Ed; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university hospital in Philadelphia is seeking an Academic Clinician for Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure track. The ideal candidate will possess an M.D. and expertise in General Internal Medicine, particularly Hospital Medicine. Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, and participating in clinical duties. Excellent communication and leadership skills are vital in this role.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in internal medicine.
• Prior faculty experience, ideally a chief residency or hospital medicine background.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, including institutional awards.

Responsibilities

• Work on general medicine teaching services at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
• Mentor medical students and residents and engage in lectures.
• Participate in clinical duties on non‑resident, acute care hospital services.

Skills

General Internal Medicine

Teaching

Leadership roles

Education

M.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Academic Clinician Position - Hospitalist Program - Junior Rank

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Oct 15, 2025

Deadline: Oct 15, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Division of Hospital Medicine in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for Assistant Professor positions in the non‑tenure academic clinician track. Candidates must have an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board certified or board eligible in internal medicine, and possess expertise in General Internal Medicine, preferably in Hospital Medicine.

• Work on general medicine teaching services at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and/or Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
• Mentor medical students and residents; teach advanced practice providers; engage in lectures and small groups.
• Provide 100 credits per year of active and high‑quality teaching.
• Participate in clinical duties on non‑resident, acute care hospital services, with opportunities to address specialized populations such as oncology, LTACH service, or consults/surgical co‑management.
• Practice primarily at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Good Shepherd Penn Partners/Penn Institute for Rehabilitation Medicine.

Qualifications

• M.D. or equivalent degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in internal medicine.
• Expertise in General Internal Medicine, preferably Hospital Medicine.
• Prior faculty experience, ideally a chief residency or hospital medicine background.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, including institutional awards or completion of advanced certificate programs.
• Significant institutional, regional, or national leadership roles.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.