Open Rank Clinician Educator of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation in PM&R

Open Rank Clinician Educator of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation in PM&R Employment Type: Faculty Faculty Type: Clinician Educator Hiring Department: Physical Medicine & Rehab (372A) Academic Location: School of Medicine Benefits Eligibility: The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. Please see the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary UNM School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation is an academic-affiliated medical center that is seeking an experienced and dynamic physician leader to serve as the Program Director for our ACGME-accredited Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Residency Program. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the next generation of physiatrists through a robust academic training program in a mission-driven, state-supported medical center. The Program Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and accreditation of the residency program, ensuring compliance with ACGME requirements while fostering excellence in education, clinical training, mentorship, and faculty development. We are seeking candidates who are board-certified (or eligible) in PM&R and who meet all ACGME criteria for program director eligibility. Faculty rank and clinical focus within PM&R are flexible, and the candidate may come from any subspecialty within PM&R. With a catchment population of over 800,000 and very little competition, the UNM hospital is a 618-bed, Level 1 trauma center servicing a state with a very strong need for PM&R services. Applicants with diverse interests in PM&R are all welcome and will be well-supported with the multi-specialty team focusing on using a wide range of minimally invasive surgical and non-surgical techniques. Albuquerque offers a family-friendly environment, great access to diverse populations, terrific public and private schooling options, boutique shopping, an abundance of outdoor recreational activities and a reasonable cost of living. Albuquerque offers beautiful, scenic and secluded neighborhoods with traditional, colonial and modern architecture. Centrally located with close proximity to Denver, Colorado; Phoenix, Arizona; Dallas, Texas and many national and state forests and recreational areas. Successful candidates should have a commitment to working with broadly diverse student and community populations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including women, minorities and those from other underrepresented groups. Minimum Qualifications MD, DO, or equivalent degree U.S. Board certified or board eligible in PM&R Eligible for licensure in the state of New Mexico Minimum of 3 years of experience as a faculty member in an ACGME-accredited PM&R residency program Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated leadership in medical education, curriculum development, and/or GME accreditation Previous experience as an Associate Program Director or Program Director Experience with ACGME Self-Study, citation resolution, or program expansion Scholarly activity in medical education, QI, or rehabilitation research A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Applicant Requirements A completed application must include a letter of interest addressing each minimum and preferred qualification and relating personal qualifications to the responsibilities of the position; CV or resume; and the names, address, and telephone numbers of two references. For best consideration, please apply by 11/21/2025. This position will remain open until filled. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of New Mexico