Faculty Physician - Gastroenterology (Assistant or Associate Professor - Academic or Master Clinician Track)

GastroenterologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$353k-$428k

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Job Description

About the Job

The Department of Medicine at the University of Minnesota invites applications to join the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Division at the academic rank of assistant, associate, or full professor on our Luminal GI team. Positions are available on the Academic or Clinician tracks. Our current strengths include microbiome science, inflammatory bowel disease, and use of artificial intelligence in endoscopy. We will continue to build on these strengths, but also expand our work in functional GI diseases, motility and neurogastroenterology. The ideal candidate will have excellent skills in general gastroenterology and a focused clinical interest in one of these areas.

It is expected that an applicant will have completed their training with a strong record of clinical service, research and teaching. In addition, the candidate is expected to have demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines, engagement in national GI professional societies and publication records to portend strong academic potential.

We are a forward-looking division, which embraces the roles of Nutrition and GI Health Psychology in providing care for our patients as well as developing research programs in these aspects of gastroenterology practice. We believe in team science and collaboration with basic researchers across our large University. The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition offers:

  • Academic tertiary care with established fellowships in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, as well as an advanced endoscopy fellowship and a Hepatology fellowship.
  • State-of-the-art facilities including newly built clinics and endoscopy suites
  • Opportunities for continued development with educational conferences, CME, and collaboration with top specialists

Minimum Qualifications

M.D. plus three years residency in Internal Medicine, three years fellowship in gastroenterology including competence in basic endoscopic procedures, and are board-eligible or certified in Gastroenterology.

Applicants must have the 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 VISA category while in the United States.

About the Department

The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and the health of our community through world-renowned medical education, cutting-edge research and outstanding clinical care.

Our team is a leader in the field of liver transplantation. Our program is one of the oldest in the country and offers patients expert care and new treatment options.

We are also known across the U.S. for our work with ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound. Our research has made a global impact, especially in developing microbiota-based treatments for C. Difficile infections.

Salary

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $55,000. Total combined salary is anticipated to be in the range of $353,306 - $427,739.

Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary is competitive with the market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians.

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!

Explore Minnesota

Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area

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

Provide clinical care as a member of the Luminal GI team, with a focus in general gastroenterology and a relevant subspecialty interest. Contribute to research, teaching, and collaborative academic programs across gastroenterology and related disciplines.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Functional Gastrointestinal DiseasesInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$391k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $396k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Gastroenterology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

What does the Gastroenterology market look like in Minnesota?
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Work-life score3.0 / 10 · above average in gastroenterologyranked against 388 Gastroenterology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$353k–$428kGastroenterology median $726k (middle half $637k–$752k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$396k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Gastroenterology listings in Minnesota15 active390 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Gastroenterology pay trend−4.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (388 Gastroenterology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Gastroenterologist Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Work-Life Balance Distribution

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#1

Gastroenterologist, NY

UnitedHealth Group · Middletown, New York

$371k-$736k
#2

Full Time Gastroenterologist

Allied Digestive Health · Staten Island, New York

$425k-$450k
#3

Full Time Gastroenterologist

$400k-$425k
#4

Gastroenterologist

starting at $400,000
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Gastroenterology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 388 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

401K employer contribution
Well-being program
CME allowance
Malpractice insurance
PSLF eligible

Living in Minneapolis

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$362k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,747/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 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.