Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher

About the Team

The University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Dermatology is a world-class institution committed to providing excellent patient care, conducting investigational research, and training the next generation of dermatologists. With world-renowned clinical programs, nationally recognized educational initiatives, and pioneering clinical trials, the department is dedicated to improving dermatological care for both the present and the future.

The campus offers state-of-the-art core facilities for biomedical research, including the Genomics Center and Imaging Center, which boast top-of-the-line novel spatial proteogenomics technology from Ionpath, 10X Genomics, and Nanostring. As part of the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system, the department collaborates with University of Minnesota Physicians and Fairview Health Services to combine academic and community resources, providing top-tier clinical care while supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

About the Role

We seek outstanding applicants for a faculty position focused on skin immunology. This role is designed for a candidate with a research focus in inflammation, inflammatory dermatoses, immuno-oncology, immune checkpoint biology, and novel therapeutics development. The successful candidate will lead an independent, externally funded, and sustainable scholarly research program while contributing to the department's mission of advancing medicine.

The position is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. The effort split is 80% research and 20% clinical. In the research setting, you will oversee the development and completion of research projects, write new grant proposals to secure independent funding, and prepare manuscripts for publication. The clinical component involves seeing Dermatology patients in an outpatient setting, with some of that time dedicated to teaching residents and medical students. You will also participate in Department of Dermatology faculty and research activities and teach medical students and residents.

About the Community

Based in Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The region offers a high quality of life, a low cost of living, excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, diverse museums, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. For those who love the outdoors, the area features all four seasons, a plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails.

Hiring Process

An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through the University's employment site: hr.myu.umn.edu

Equal Opportunity

University of Minnesota Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Work location

Work model: On-site

VÉLO, 115, North 2nd Street, North Loop, Central, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55401, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Key Responsibilities

check_circleOversee the development and completion of research projects in skin immunology
check_circleTeach medical students and residents in dermatology
check_circleSee dermatology patients in an outpatient clinical setting
check_circleParticipate in department faculty and research activities
check_circleWrite new grant proposals to secure independent funding
check_circlePrepare manuscripts for publication in scientific journals

Requirements

verifiedPhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent
verifiedCertified or eligible for certification by American Board of Dermatology
verifiedActive clinical license to practice Dermatology

Nice to Have

Training in basic/translational immunology field with a focus on inflammatory skin conditions or immuno-oncology. Experience as a principal investigator developing grant proposal with evidence of success at obtaining research funding. Experience in novel research techniques such as spatial transcriptomics, organoids, multiplex quantitative immunofluorescence, multicolor flow cytometry, single cell sequencing. Evidence of excellent communications skills demonstrated by presentation skills. Evidence of research excellence demonstrated by awards, presentations and/or publications recognizing scientific excellence. Evidence of multidisciplinary collaborations. Active clinical license to practice Dermatology.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleSubstantial 401K employer contributioncheck_circleWell-being program with annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge servicescheck_circleAllowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA feescheck_circleMalpractice insurance coverageEligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Company

University of Minnesota Physicians

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Headquarters

Minneapolis, MN

Open Roles

On a Mission to Advance Medicine

University of Minnesota Physicians operates as a multi-specialty group practice within the hospitals and health care industry, based in Minneapolis, MN. The organization represents faculty clinicians from the University of Minnesota Medical School alongside community-practice providers and advanced practice professionals. Its core mission focuses on delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and training the next generation of health professionals. The group serves patients across Minnesota and surrounding regions, fulfilling the university's land grant mission through high-quality specialty and primary care services. This network provides access to innovative treatments and evidence-based medicine, ensuring patients receive the latest therapeutic options available. The organization fosters a welcoming environment that respects the similarities and differences within its diverse workforce and the communities it serves. By integrating clinical practice with education and research, University of Minnesota Physicians supports the broader healthcare ecosystem while maintaining a commitment to excellence in patient outcomes and professional development.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Spatial Transcriptomics, Organoids, Multiplex Quantitative Immunofluorescence, Multicolor Flow Cytometry, Single Cell Sequencing, Spatial Proteogenomics, Ionpath, 10X Genomics, Nanostring.

Education: PhD required in research areas.

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In this Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher at University of Minnesota Physicians role, you will oversee the development and completion of research projects in skin immunology; teach medical students and residents in dermatology; see dermatology patients in an outpatient clinical setting; and participate in department faculty and research activities.

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To qualify for the Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher at University of Minnesota Physicians position, applicants should have: PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent; Certified or eligible for certification by American Board of Dermatology; and Active clinical license to practice Dermatology.

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Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher at University of Minnesota Physicians is based in VÉLO, 115, North 2nd Street, North Loop, Central, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55401, United States. This is a on-site role.

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University of Minnesota Physicians has listed this Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher role as on-site.

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Key skills for Assistant Professor, Clinician Researcher at University of Minnesota Physicians include Spatial Transcriptomics; Organoids; Multiplex Quantitative Immunofluorescence; Multicolor Flow Cytometry; Single Cell Sequencing; Spatial Proteogenomics; Ionpath; and 10X Genomics.

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Educational requirements for this role: PhD required in research areas.

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