Academic Neonatologist: Research, Teaching & NICU

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City seeks an Academic Neonatologist to join the Division of Neonatology. The role includes clinical care of NICU patients across four Level III/IV units, shared night and weekend call, and ongoing teaching of fellows and residents.

In addition to patient care, the position emphasizes scholarship—education, investigation, and clinical research—with opportunities for translational work and collaboration within the medical school.

Qualifications

• Board eligible/certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Supervising and training neonatology fellows, pediatric residents, and medical students.
• Scholarly activities including individual or collaborative research and grant development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for neonatology patients with shared night and weekend responsibilities across NICUs.
• Engage in teaching and supervision of trainees during inpatient service and clinics.
• Participate in Neonatal Grand Rounds and cross-service teaching as needed.

Skills

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)

Simulation training

Telehealth

Clinical research

Education

Board certification in Pediatrics

Board certification in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Tools

POCUS

Job description

The University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City seeks an Academic Neonatologist to join the Division of Neonatology. The role includes clinical care of NICU patients across four Level III/IV units, shared night and weekend call, and ongoing teaching of fellows and residents.

In addition to patient care, the position emphasizes scholarship—education, investigation, and clinical research—with opportunities for translational work and collaboration within the medical school.