Academic Staff
Regular
Assistant Professor (CHS)
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 outstanding pediatric emergency medicine physicians who are passionate about advancing pediatric emergency care through clinical practice, education, or research. Our faculty work across UW Health facilities, including American Family Children’s Hospital and East Madison Hospital, and thrive in a highly collaborative environment with strong infrastructure to support diverse academic interests. Whether you are early in your career or an established leader, you will find opportunities here to deliver exceptional care, teach and mentor the next generation, and shape the future of pediatric emergency medicine as part of a nationally recognized team. Join our team today and be inspired to elevate your abilities!
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 Assistant Professor, Visiting Associate Professor, or Visiting Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Clinical Care: Faculty provide pediatric emergency care primarily at American Family Children’s Hospital, one of only two dedicated children’s hospitals in Wisconsin and the region’s referral center for complex and high-acuity cases. Faculty care for patients from across the upper Midwest alongside a highly skilled and compassionate interprofessional team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers (APP), nurses, technicians, social workers, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, case managers, and care coordinators, and others.
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 pediatric 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.
Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of 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.
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.
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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.
Unrestricted Wisconsin Medical Licensure by the start date.
Board eligibility or board certified through the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) or American Board of Pediatrics by the start date.
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellowship program by the start date.
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.
MD or DO, or equivalent required.
You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
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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 September 23, 2025; 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.
Anne Redfearn, [email protected]
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
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