ACADEMIC PEDIATRIC UROLOGY SURGEON - Assistant/Associate Professor

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Urology Surgeon

Our organization is on the lookout for a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Urology Surgeon to join our faculty in a full-time role at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, contingent on experience and academic credentials. This position offers eligibility for both tenure and non-tenure tracks.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Chair of Urology, this role presents a thrilling chance to develop and enhance an academic Urology program in Illinois. The selected candidate will hold privileges at both Springfield Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital. Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a medical practice
• Teaching medical students and residents
• Participating in clinical and/or basic science research

About Our Organization

Located in the historic capital of Springfield, Illinois, our institution serves a population of 120,000 and extends its reach to over 2 million residents across central and southern Illinois. We have garnered national and international acclaim for our innovative approach to medical education, fostering a supportive environment for passionate clinicians who enjoy teaching. Our regional partnerships include collaborations with HSHS St. John's and Springfield Memorial Hospital, which serve as key sites for both education and patient care.

Springfield Memorial Hospital boasts one of the largest and most technologically advanced facilities in the nation, featuring the Memorial Learning Center, home to the SIU Surgical Skills Training Center. These resources significantly contribute to our mission of leading excellence in healthcare education and innovation.

Springfield is ideally situated in the Midwest, providing easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. It serves as a regional hub for comprehensive healthcare services and offers an excellent quality of life with a reasonable cost of living. The area is home to outstanding public and private schools, an accredited community college, and a University of Illinois campus. Residents can enjoy recreational activities at Lake Springfield, including boating and fishing, as well as historical sites related to Abraham Lincoln, including his burial place and the Lincoln Presidential Library.

Qualifications and Skills

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Board-eligible or board-certified in the U.S.
• Eligible for an Illinois medical license
• Successful completion of a Urology residency and Pediatric Urology fellowship
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

Application Information

The position will remain open until filled. Our faculty members benefit from self-insured malpractice coverage, comprehensive fringe benefits, and competitive compensation packages. For more details specific to this position and to submit your application, please visit our website.

The anticipated annual salary range for this role is between $250,000 and $275,000, representing the academic base salary funded by the University. The final salary will be determined based on a thorough evaluation of market data, internal salary equity, candidate qualifications, and budget considerations. Additional clinical compensation will be provided separately through a member practice agreement. This position is security-sensitive and requires pre-employment background checks. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse campus community for the benefit of our learners and workforce.