Faculty Position - Clinican Scientist - Pain (Academic Track)

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages, paid holidays and 


Generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Low‑cost medical, dental and pharmacy

HSAs and FSAs

Disability and employer‑paid life

Retirement plans with employer contrib

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Department of Anesthesiology seeks a clinician‑scientist in acute or chronic pain science to join a large, multidisciplinary pain research community. Rank and appointment type will reflect experience.

This role includes clinical duties at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN, with 1.0 FTE and robust start‑up funds. Collaboration across schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Public Health is emphasized.

Qualifications

• MD/DO/MD-PhD required and board-eligible or certified.
• Licensed to practice in Minnesota or eligible for licensure.
• DEA certification in Minnesota required.
• Proven record of research productivity with external NIH-level funding.
• Ability to obtain US work authorization.
• Appointment type commensurate with experience; 1.0 FTE.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and teach PhD, MD/PhD, and medical students.
• Collaborate with investigators across health sciences to advance pain research.
• Lead scholarly activity in acute or chronic pain science.
• Perform clinical duties at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN.

Skills

Research productivity

Independent research program

NIH-level funding

Grant writing

Education

MD/DO/MD-PhD

ACGME residency/fellowship

Board eligible/certified

Minnesota licensure

DEA certification

US work authorization

Job description

Clinician Scientist - Anesthesiology

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Minnesota Medical School, in collaboration with the University of Minnesota Pain Consortium, seeks an accomplished clinician‑scientist working in the field of acute or chronic pain science to join a large, multidisciplinary community of researchers focused on pain and analgesia research. Academic rank and appointment type will be commensurate with years of experience and accomplishments.

About the Job

The position provides opportunities for collaboration with investigators in the University of Minnesota Health Sciences, including the schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Public Health. Candidates will mentor and teach PhD, MD/PhD, and medical students. The University of Minnesota is known internationally for pain research and the development of novel analgesic medications.

• The ideal candidate should be experienced in using state‑of‑the‑art approaches that complement and expand the clinical and/or basic science research already being performed in multiple specialties.
• Substantial start‑up funds and laboratory space are available.
• This position will include clinical duties working in/at University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN.
• 1.0 FTE

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD, MD/PhD, or DO degree.
• Graduate of an accredited ACGME residency and/or fellowship training program.
• Board eligible/certified.
• Licensed or able to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in the State of Minnesota.
• Meets threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges.
• Ability to receive work authorization in the United States and maintain legal status per VISA category.
• Demonstrates a strong record of research productivity.
• Provides evidence of an established, independent research program with a track‑record of external NIH‑level funding.
• Current, movable funding is strongly preferred.

Benefits and Compensation

Pay Range: Salary at the University of Minnesota depends upon academic effort of the person hired, beginning at $55,000; clinical salary is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.

Time Appointment: 75%–100% appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

• 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
• HealthCare 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.