Faculty Position - Clinician Scientist - Pain (Tenure)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition benefits

Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts

Excellent retirement plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Clinician Scientist in Anesthesiology to join a respected research community. This role involves significant research in acute and chronic pain science while providing opportunities for mentorship and collaboration across various health disciplines.

The ideal candidate must have an MD or equivalent and a robust research background. Salary starts at $55,000, supplemented by clinical salary from University of Minnesota Physicians.

Qualifications

• Strong record of research productivity.
• Established, independent research program with NIH-level funding.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in acute or chronic pain science.
• Mentor and teach PhD, MD/PhD, and medical students.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in pain research.

Skills

Research productivity

Independent research program

Clinical experience

Education

MD, MD/PhD or DO degree

ACGME residency and/or fellowship training

Job description

Overview

Clinician Scientist - Anesthesiology

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

• The ideal candidate should be experienced in using state‑of‑the‑art approaches with work complementing and expanding on 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

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 have the opportunity to 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 multi‑disciplinary U of M Pain Consortium spans diverse academic units including Anesthesiology, Dentistry, Epidemiology, Medicinal Chemistry, Medicine, Neurology, Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Psychiatry, Psychology, Rehabilitation Medicine and Veterinary Science. Our investigators employ a wide variety of techniques including molecular biology, electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, animal behavior, human psychophysics, and neuroimaging. Research is directed toward a broad‑spectrum of questions related to pain transmission, neuroplasticity, hyperalgesia, endogenous pain inhibitory systems, and development of analgesic medications. The pain community is well connected with the University's Medical Discovery Team on Addiction. This mixture provides a highly enriched environment and fosters strong collaborations and interdisciplinary training opportunities. There are many opportunities for collaboration between clinicians and basic scientists.

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $55,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.

Qualifications

• Candidates 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 ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in the State of Minnesota.
• Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges.
• Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of VISA category while in the United States.
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong record of research productivity.
• Applicants should provide evidence of an established, independent research program with a track‑record of external NIH‑level funding.
• Current, movable funding is strongly preferred.

About the Department

The Department of Anesthesiology consists of over 60 faculty members working in all areas of clinical anesthesia, critical care, regional anesthesia, pain medicine and basic pain research.

Research is directed toward a broad‑spectrum of questions related to pain transmission, neuroplasticity, hyperalgesia, endogenous pain inhibitory systems, and development of analgesic medications. The pain community is also well connected with the University's Center for Addiction Research. This provides a highly enriched environment and fosters strong collaborations and interdisciplinary training opportunities. Recent initiatives from the Medical School have also resulted in substantial new institutional support for the broad area of pain medicine within the Department of Anesthesiology.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Salary at the University of Minnesota begins at $55,000, with clinical salary 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

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Diversity

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. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.