The University of Minnesota Department of Surgery seeks a Division Chief for Pediatric Surgery to lead clinical, academic, and administrative operations across M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital and HCMC (a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center), with a base salary range of $700,000–$800,000 benchmarked to AAMC data. The role carries full tripartite academic responsibilities (clinical care, research, education) at the Professor level within a quaternary children's hospital system.
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Position Overview
The Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School seeks an accomplished academic surgeon to serve as Chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery. The Division Chief will provide strategic, clinical, academic, and administrative leadership for a highly collaborative multidisciplinary pediatric surgery team who delivers comprehensive pediatric surgical care across the M Health Fairview system and Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC), a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center.
The Division’s primary practice location is M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital, located on the West Bank campus of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The Division Head will work closely with hospital and health system leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, accessible pediatric surgical care while advancing the academic mission of the University of Minnesota Medical School.
This position offers an opportunity to lead a nationally respected academic program with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Administration
Clinical Program Development
Academic Mission
Support and advance the tripartite mission of the University of Minnesota Medical School.
Education
Research and Scholarship
Faculty Development
Qualifications
Required
Preferred
Clinical Environment
The Division of Pediatric Surgery provides care across multiple clinical settings, including:
The Division maintains a robust educational presence across its clinical sites and serves as a key training environment for University of Minnesota medical students and General Surgery residents. Through clinical experiences at both M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital and Hennepin Healthcare, trainees gain exposure to a broad spectrum of pediatric surgical care, including elective, acute care, and trauma surgery.
About the Department of Surgery
The University of Minnesota Department of Surgery is a nationally recognized academic department committed to innovation in surgical care, education, and research. Faculty are leaders in advancing surgical science, improving patient outcomes, and training the next generation of surgeons.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Minnesota is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff. We welcome applicants who share our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that supports excellence in patient care, educat…