Physician scientist

PHYSICIAN SCIENTIST

Requisition # 75836

Position Basics

Type of Position TENURE-TRACK

Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled

Advertising Started on: Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

College: Carver College of Medicine

Department: Pathology

Salary

Salary: Commensurate

Position Details

Full/Part Time Status: Full Time

Position Description:

The Department of Pathology at The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is seeking physician-scientist candidates for tenure-track faculty positions (Assistant/Associate or Full Professors). Successful candidates will be expected to develop and/or maintain a robust research program in addition to participating in clinical service and education.

The research strengths of the department include immunology and cancer biology. Any area of clinical expertise will be considered, although readily foreseeable niches include microbiology, subspecialty surgical pathology, hematopathology, among others.

The selected applicant will receive a primary appointment in the Department of Pathology, with opportunities for secondary appointments in other departments and programs. The University of Iowa is home to a range of outstanding research groups and centers that foster a collaborative and supportive environment for basic and clinical scientists.

Letters of application should include a CV, statement of career goals, research plans, and the names and addresses of three individuals who can provide letters of reference.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Education Requirement:

Candidates must have an M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. (or equivalent), and must have trained in ACGME-accredited Pathology residency program, a sub-specialty fellowship program, and be board certified (or eligible). Ph.D. clinical providers with US board certification in areas of clinical pathology are also eligible. 

Required Qualifications:

Candidates should also have excellent communication skills. Candidates for Assistant Professor should have post-doctoral experience with a strong record of productivity. Candidates for Associate or Full Professor should have a record of ongoing extramural funding support.

Certifications:

Candidates must be board certified (or eligible).

Online Application Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae
Name and Contact Information of References
Letter of Interest
Supporting Attachments

Number of References: 3

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Contact Information

Contact: Jessica R Schnoebelen - JESSICA-SCHNOEBELENUIOWA.EDU
Cmed-Pathology
General Hospital
220 Hawkins Drive
C660 GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-384-9609

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