Associate Professor, Academic Track, Dermatology

About the Job

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School seeks an outstanding physician-scientist to join our academic dermatology program as an Academic Track Professor. This role combines clinical service and research, with 0.5 FTE clinical and 0.5 FTE research. The faculty member will provide excellent patient care, train trainees, and conduct innovative research to advance dermatologic disease understanding and treatment.

Research focus includes overseeing development and completion of projects, writing grant proposals to secure independent funding, and preparing manuscripts for publication.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service in dermatology (0.5 FTE).
• Conduct and oversee research activities (0.5 FTE), including grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Mentor trainees and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in educational activities in training dermatology residents and fellows.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent terminal degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota.
• Demonstrated record of clinical excellence and commitment to academic medicine.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential to secure extramural research funding.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established research portfolio with active grant support (e.g., NIH, VA, foundation).
• Experience mentoring trainees and leading multidisciplinary research teams.
• Expertise in clinical, translational, or basic science dermatology research aligned with departmental priorities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative academic approach.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: This role is jointly employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota depends on academic effort, starting at $300,000. Clinical salary is paid through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total compensation ranges around $375,000, competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.

Time Appointment: 100% appointment.

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff.

Benefits include competitive wages, paid holidays, generous time off, continuous learning opportunities, low‑cost medical/dental/pharmacy plans, flexible spending accounts, HSA contributions, disability and employer‑paid life insurance, wellbeing program, retirement plans, public service loan forgiveness, financial counseling, employee assistance, and employee transit pass with free or reduced rates.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values diversity and inclusion. We provide equal access without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Employment Requirements

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

How to Apply

Apply online. Submit an application and attach a cover letter and resume. The position remains open until filled.