Emergency Medicine Physician – Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Madison - University of Wisconsin–Madison

Description

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Job category:

Academic Staff

Employment type:

Regular

Job profile:

Assistant Professor (CHS)

Job duties:

The BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (UWSMPH) invites applications for faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. We are seeking exceptional emergency medicine physicians with interests in clinical care and operations, research, or education. Our department offers a highly collaborative environment, strong infrastructure to support diverse academic paths, and a proven commitment to mentorship and professional development. Whether you are launching your academic career or building on established expertise, you will find opportunities here to shape the future of emergency care while thriving as part of a nationally recognized team. Join our team today and be inspired to elevate your abilities

Key job responsibilities:

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine

At the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine, our focus is advancing the health of our community through unparalleled investments in exemplary education and training, rigorous discovery and collaboration, and compassionate patient care. Each year, our faculty and staff care for more than 100,000 patients across our emergency departments, serving as a trusted resource for communities throughout Wisconsin and beyond. Our commitment to remarkable healthcare drives us forward, always focused on turning adversity into opportunity and redefining the limits of our specialty.

To complement this mission, Madison offers an exceptional quality of life. Learn more about what makes Madison a top place to live, work, and explore.

Position details include:

• This position is full or part-time; 50%-100% FTE
• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
• Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles: Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Professor (CHS), Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor, Visiting Associate Professor, or Visiting Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

Clinical Care: Faculty provide outstanding emergency care across DEM clinical sites, including University Hospital, a regional referral center caring for the highest acuity and most complex patients. Our teams serve diverse communities in Madison and are supported by exceptional fellows, advanced practice providers (APP), nurses, technicians, social workers, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, case managers, care coordinators, and others committed to delivering the highest quality care.

Education: Faculty contribute broadly to medical education at UW–Madison, teaching undergraduate and graduate students, medical students, residents, fellows, and APPs. Educational activities include classroom instruction, small group learning, simulation, and supervised clinical care, with opportunities to lead courses, mentor trainees, and guide scholarly projects. 5-10% FTE will be dedicated to the department's education mission, with the exact percentage determined at the chair's discretion.

Scholarly Activity: Faculty contribute to advancing emergency medicine through scholarly activity, including authoring research and educational publications, leading or collaborating on research studies, and disseminating knowledge through teaching and professional presentations. DEM offers robust research infrastructure, funding support, and opportunities for collaboration across disciplines.

Service: The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of the department, UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Compensation:

Negotiable, 12 months

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

Required qualifications:

• Unrestricted Wisconsin Medical Licensure required by the start date.
• Board eligibility or board certification through the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) required by the start date.
• Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency training program required by the start date.

Preferred qualifications:

• For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.
• For an appointment at Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor rank on CT Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CT Track.

Education:

MD or DO, or equivalent required.

How to apply:

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references, including your current supervisor

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is January 1, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

Contact information:

Anne Redfearn,

Relay Access (WTRS): See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Institutional statement on diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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