Assistant/Associate Professor Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Excellent retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Surgery specializing in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. This full-time role involves both clinical practice and academic responsibilities in the Twin Cities area. Candidates should possess an MD, complete an accredited surgery residency, and have a commitment to academic medicine.

Salary ranges from $450,000 to $650,000 based on academic rank, with numerous benefits including competitive wages, professional training opportunities, and health plans.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited ACGME Plastic Surgery residency and/or fellowship training program.
• Board eligible or board certified in Plastic Surgery.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient clinical care.
• Participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Engagement in scholarly activity and service to the department.

Skills

Clinical care excellence

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Commitment to academic surgery

Education

MD or equivalent degree

Completion of an accredited ACGME Plastic Surgery residency

Job description

About the Job

Assistant/Associate Professor of Surgery – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Position Overview: The Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School and University of Minnesota Physicians seeks 3 full‑time academic plastic surgeons. These positions will include clinical practice in the Twin Cities metropolitan area as well as academic responsibilities in teaching, research, and service. Academic rank at the University of Minnesota will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Practice Details: General Plastic Surgery opportunity with emphasis on Breast, Wound Care, and General Reconstruction. Primary practice locations include M Health Fairview Clinics and Specialty Center – Maplewood, M Health Fairview St. John’s Hospital, and the Ambulatory Surgery Center in Maplewood, MN. Additional surgical activity at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient clinical care and participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Employment & Appointment: Employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Appointment will be full‑time in the Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Academic responsibilities include teaching residents and medical students, engagement in scholarly activity, and participation in service to the department, institution, and profession.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree
• Completion of an accredited ACGME Plastic Surgery residency and/or fellowship training program
• Board eligible or board certified in Plastic Surgery
• Microsurgical training is preferred
• Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure
• Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in Minnesota
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, communication, collaboration, and commitment to academic surgery

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: A combined salary with UMPhysicians commensurate with AAMC benchmarks for the specialty. The combined University salary plus UMPhysicians salary range is $450,000 to $650,000 depending on Assistant or Associate rank.

Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If the job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. Applicants may attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be uploaded after application.

This position will remain open until filled.

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