Pediatric Neonatologist - Assistant/Associate/Professor
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Job Description
The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, is seeking a full-time Neonatologist to join this division at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor, and the rank will be commensurate with academic experience. This is a non-tenure track position. The position is a joint hire with Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC).
Responsibilities of the Neonatologist include providing clinical care for a 39-bed level III NICU with in-house nurse practitioners, outpatient high-risk neonatal follow-up, the teaching of medical students and pediatric residents, quality improvement, and academic pursuits.
We have over 800 NICU admissions per year at Niswonger Children’s Hospital, with air and ground transport systems available. An active perinatology division for maternal evaluation and management is also present through the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
The review of applicants will continue until this position is filled. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Our region is located at the base of the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a wealth of outdoor activities.
Applicants may contact Dr. Jack Owens, Professor and Chief of Pediatric Neonatology, by email at owensjd@etsu.edu or call at 423-439-6222.
*J-1 visa waiver candidates are encouraged to apply
Required Qualifications
At Time of Hire
- MD/DO
- Completion of Neonatology fellowship.
- Board Certified in Pediatrics.
- BC/BE in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
- For more information regarding benefits, please visit (Employee Benefits )
*Note: This position is contingent on external funding.
Application Instructions
- Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of transcripts
Please Note
- Exempt positions are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date is subject to change without notice
- Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
University Overview
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service.
Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.
Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.
Disclaimer Statement
The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Key Responsibilities
The Neonatologist will provide clinical care for a 39-bed level III NICU and conduct outpatient high-risk neonatal follow-ups. Additionally, the role involves teaching medical students and pediatric residents while engaging in quality improvement and academic pursuits.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed a Neonatology fellowship. Applicants are required to be Board Certified in Pediatrics and either Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 54% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Pediatrics median $257k (middle half $223k–$300k)84 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Tennessee | 12 active | 737 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 12% remote · 54% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee physician listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment353 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics hiring demand | #9 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 45 days · 29% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 236 postings, 246 closed |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,211 in the last 30 days | 722 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +6.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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