Faculty Physician – Rheumatology (Assistant or Associate Professor – Academic or Master Clinical Track)

RheumatologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$193k-$286k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job Title: Faculty Physician - Rheumatology (Assistant or Associate Professor - Academic or Master Clinician Track)

The Division of Rheumatic and Autoimmune Diseases at the University of Minnesota is seeking a board certified/eligible Rheumatologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank on an Academic or Master Clinician Track.

Position Highlights

Will provide clinical care in Minneapolis and Maple Grove, MN, for patients with rheumatology and autoimmune diseases in both the outpatient clinics and inpatient consultation services.

  • Call services are distributed among the Division faculty based on clinical FTE.
  • This position will be comprised of 85% clinical time and 15% academic time.

Each academic faculty member is expected to participate in the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows, precept fellow continuity clinics, and participate in learner didactics and weekly Citywide conferences.

All faculty members are encouraged to work toward annual publication and participate in regular Division and Department faculty meetings.

This full-time position.

About the Division

The Division of Rheumatic and Autoimmune Diseases seeks the cure for a diverse group of immunological and inflammatory diseases that affect a wide range of organ systems.

Although the cause of many of these illnesses is unknown, many share some form of immunopathology that leads to uncontrolled inflammation, pain, disability, and often tissue destruction.

Ongoing basic, translational, and clinical research in this division is leading to an even greater understanding of systemic autoimmunity that leads to rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, scleroderma, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren's syndrome and polymyositis/dermatomyositis, as well as select tissue-specific autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and diabetes mellitus.

Clinicians in this Division are also available for inpatient and outpatient Rheumatology Consultation at the University of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview, Fairview Maple Grove sites.

Finally, educators in this Division are training the next generation of biomedical researchers, rheumatology practitioners, and professors, to meet the growing health care needs of the 21st century.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited ACGME internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship training program.
  • Board certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine and board eligible/certified in rheumatology

Licensed or ability to acquire medical license and DEA in the State of Minnesota and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.

Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of the VISA.

Pay and Benefits

This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for the clinical effort of this position is $193,152 - $286,311 commensurate with experience and qualifications. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.

M Physicians Provides the Following Benefits

  • Substantial 401K employer contribution.
  • Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
  • Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
  • Malpractice insurance coverage.
  • As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.

Additional Requirements

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

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.

Community Information

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living.

You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,500 physicians, 500 advanced practice providers, and 200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value 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 will 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.

Key Responsibilities

The faculty physician will provide clinical care for patients with rheumatology and autoimmune diseases in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Additionally, the role involves teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, and participating in academic research and division meetings.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

PreceptingImmunologyPatient careMedical education

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$240k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $243k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

What does the Rheumatology market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$193k–$286kRheumatology median $315k (middle half $288k–$329k)57 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$243k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Rheumatology listings in Minnesota6 active164 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Rheumatology pay trend+4.4% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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1
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Annual compensation range

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.0
Below most Rheumatology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 162 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About University of Minnesota Physicians

Hospitals and Health Care
Minneapolis, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Substantial 401K employer contribution
Well-being program with annual spending allotment
CME, license, board certification, and DEA fee allowance
Malpractice insurance coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
Low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans

Living in Maple Grove

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$379k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,198/mo≈ 14% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.