Infectious Diseases/Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

University of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Health & wellness benefits

Employer-paid retirement contributions

CME allowances

Job summary

UNMC in Omaha, NE is recruiting an Infectious Diseases physician to join our faculty and contribute to high-level ID services, including biocontainment and transplant/oncology care. The position supports ongoing education, clinical care, and research within a collaborative team of ID physicians and staff.

The ideal candidate is MD/DO/MBBS or equivalent and board certified or eligible in Infectious Diseases, with opportunities for leadership in infection control and program development.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent.
• Board certified or board eligible in Infectious Diseases.

Responsibilities

• Join a faculty and contribute to subspecialty Infectious Diseases care including biocontainment, solid organ transplant, oncology, and critical care.
• Provide inpatient Infectious Diseases coverage and support transplant/oncology ID service lines.
• Assume leadership roles such as Associate Medical Director of the Biocontainment Unit and Infection Control.
• Engage in Global Health & Research initiatives and ID education through fellowships.

Education

MD/DO/MBBS or equivalent

Job description

Infectious Diseases/Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location: Omaha, NE

Salary Range: Salary Commensurate with Experience

Employment Type: Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule: TBD by supervisor and responsibilities

Requisition Category: Faculty

Infectious Diseases Physician at UNMC
The Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is actively recruiting an Infectious Diseases physician to join our faculty. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to specialized ID services, including biocontainment, solid organ transplant, oncology, and critical care.
Join a robust team of 30 ID physicians, supported by APPs, clinical, and research staff, delivering the full spectrum of infectious disease care at our clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine. Our division is deeply committed to subspecialty ID care, cutting edge research, and graduate medical education through our ID fellowship program.

Highlights:

• Associate Medical Director of the Biocontainment Unit (BCU) - play a key role in one of the nation’s premier biocontainment programs.
• Critical Care ID Call Coverage - assist in managing infectious disease cases in critical care settings.
• Inpatient ID Coverage - provide specialized care for solid organ transplant and oncology ID service lines.
• Associate Medical Director of Infection Control - contribute to infection prevention initiatives.
• Global Health & Research Support - opportunities to engage in two funded grants through Global Health & the College of Public Health.

Why Omaha?

• Ranked among the Top 20 Best Cities to Live in the USA (Forbes), Omaha offers:
• Affordable Cost of Living – Enjoy a high quality of life with a low cost of living.
• Thriving Culture & Entertainment – Experience the Henry Doorly Zoo, a vibrant arts scene, and the NCAA Men's College World Series.
• Family-Friendly Community – Benefit from excellent schools, parks, and a welcoming Midwestern atmosphere.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan.
• Employer-paid retirement contributions and generous CME allowances.
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• A full suite of health and wellness benefits

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified/eligible in Infectious Diseases.

Join us at UNMC and make a lasting impact in infectious diseases.

Required Qualifications

MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent.

Board certified/Board eligible in infectious diseases.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Lab environment, Clinical environment Other working environment Full extent of working environments TBD by patient care, academic and research activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
• Crawling Not Applicable
• Driving
• Driving Over 5 hours
• Kneeling
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Reaching
• Reaching Occasionally
• Sitting Up to 2 hours
• Standing
• Standing Up to 2 hours
• Squatting Occasionally
• Walking
• Walking Up to 2 hours
• EXPOSURES
• Atmospheric
• Atmospheric Yes
• Blood/body fluids
• Blood/body fluids Yes
• Chemical hazards
• Chemical hazards Yes
• Working on or around moving machinery
• Working on or around moving machinery No
• Electrical current
• Electrical current No
• Noise No
• Changes of temperature/humidity
• Changes of temperature/humidity Yes
• Wear PPE
• Wear PPE Yes
• Work with laboratory animals
• Work with laboratory animals No
• Radiation
• Operating hand/power tools
• Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Full extent of exposures TBD by patient care, academic and research activities.

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation yes - both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion yes - both

Grasping

Grasping yes - both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Full extent of hand/wrist involvement and repetitive motion TBD by patient care, academic and research activities.

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.

Requisition Specific Questions

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.