Faculty Physician - Pediatric Hepatology- Academic Track, Clinical Scholarship (Open)

PediatricsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$202k-$362k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics and The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible pediatric hepatologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank.

The selected candidate will join nine other full-time faculty and three nurse practitioners in a thriving academic pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition practice that cares for patients with diverse and fascinating problems.

Our program covers the full spectrum of care in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition.

  • In addition to providing excellent patient care the successful candidate will:
  • Participate in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows
  • Participate in research projects and other academic/scholarly activities tailored to their career interests and goals
  • Participate in service activities on behalf of the department, medical school, and their profession

The Division plays a leading and integral role in hepatology and liver transplantation, hosting one of the longest-standing pediatric liver transplant programs in the United States.

The Division is home to a nationally recognized program in pediatric pancreatology and total pancreatectomy, pancreatic islet autotransplantation.

We have ongoing clinical research projects in gastrointestinal disease in cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis and inflammatory bowel disease, nutrition, and autoimmune hepatitis.

Our division participates in the Rare Disease program at the University of Minnesota, recently recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National Organization of Rare Diseases.

The Division continues to maintain the highest ambitions for excellence in all three of its major missions: patient services, teaching, and research.

Please contact Dr. Catherine Larson-Nath, Division Director, with questions: lars2698@umn.edu

Qualifications

Board-certified/board-eligible pediatric hepatologist. Advanced Training in hepatology including clinical experience in hepatology and/or transplant hepatology.

Licensed or ability to obtain 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 VISA category while in the United States.

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 this position is $201,800-$362,200 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. 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 successful candidate will provide comprehensive patient care in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology while participating in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. Additionally, the role involves engaging in academic research projects and contributing to service activities for the department and medical school.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Pediatric HepatologyMedical TeachingRare Disease ManagementAcademic ScholarshipClinical Mentorship

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 45 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 69% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$202k–$362kPediatrics median $257k (middle half $228k–$285k)80 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$286k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Minnesota12 active752 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 69% no call · 56% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentMinnesota Physician listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus · 24% offer loan repayment616 active listings, Oct 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+10.9% 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.

Top Pediatrician Jobs

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Salary Distribution

18 jobs · 12 employers
4
<$230k
5
$230k-270k
3
$270k-310k
5
$310k-350k
1
$373k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

17 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
76% this job
Relocation assistance
41%
Sign-on bonus
29%
Loan repayment
24% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 745 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 including annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services
Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees
Malpractice insurance coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible
Low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans

Living in Woodbury

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$400k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,196/mo≈ 13% 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.