Rheumatologist/Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE invites applications for an Academic Rheumatologist. The successful candidate will join a dynamic division with strong clinical and basic research programs, including a renowned rheumatoid arthritis program.

MD/DO board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology is required, with a special interest in psoriatic arthritis. The role emphasizes teaching and mentorship, with opportunities for academic growth.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree; board certified or eligible in Rheumatology.
• Special interest in psoriatic arthritis.
• Proven ability to teach medical students, residents and fellows.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical rheumatology care in an academic setting.
• Teach medical students, residents and rheumatology fellows.
• Engage in basic and translational research with opportunities for growth.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical research

Psoriatic arthritis interest

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Rheumatologist/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

Requisition Number

2026 - 347

Department

Int Med Rheumatology 50000594

Business Unit(College/Institute)

College of Medicine

FTE

Academic TBD

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Academic - TBD

Work Schedule

TBD by supervisor and responsibilities

Requisition Category

Faculty

Requisition Title

Rheumatologist/Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

Job Title/Academic Rank

Rheumatologist/Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

Appointment Type

DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

09/28/2026

Position Summary

ACADEMIC RHEUMATOLOGIST OPPORTUNITY IN AMERICA’S HEARTLAND

The Division of Rheumatology and Immunology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking an outstanding rheumatologist to join our faculty.

The Division of Rheumatology has built a dynamic and collaborative group of academic clinicians with expertise in Rheumatology. We have strong clinical and basic research programs, including a nationally and internally famous clinical research program for rheumatoid arthritis.

The successful candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified/eligible in Rheumatology and has special interest in psoriatic arthritis.

Candidates should excel in teaching medical students, residents and rheumatology fellows, and have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in basic and translational research. There will be opportunities for academic growth, career development and mentorship.

As Nebraska’s only public academic health sciences center, UNMC and Nebraska Medicine are committed to the education of a 21st century health care work force, to finding cures and treatments for devastating diseases, to providing the best care for patients, and to serving our state and its communities through award-winning outreach.

Our compensation package is extremely competitive. In addition, comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance are offered.

Academic rank is dependent on qualifications.

Required Qualifications

MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified/eligible in Rheumatology and has special interest in psoriatic arthritis.

Supplemental Qualifications

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, research and academic activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving 2-5 hours

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting 2-5 hours

Standing

Standing 2-5 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking 2-5 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, research and academic 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 TBD by patient care, research and academic activities.

Addtional

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

Required Documents

• C.V.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess an MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you board certified or board eligible?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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