DHM Instructor: Hospitalist Scholar

About the Job

The Hospitalist Scholar role is a structured one-year academic development pathway designed for early-career internal medicine faculty. This position balances clinical service with protected time for mentorship and skill acquisition in clinical teaching, quality improvement (QI), research, scholarship, and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). The goal of the program is to prepare the scholar for a successful career in academic hospital medicine.

Position Overview

Core Responsibilities

• Clinical Service (0.50 FTE): Serve as an attending physician for hospital medicine services. Holiday expectations to align with DHM policy. Provide high-quality inpatient care to a diverse, high-acuity patient population. Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to refine clinical judgment and procedural skills.

• Scholarly Development & Research (0.50 FTE): Complete a mentored capstone scholarly project (research, medical education, or QI) resulting in an abstract or manuscript by the end of the 12-month term. Participate in weekly mentorship meetings with the Program Director to discuss career planning and scholarly progress. Participate in formal teaching observations and contribute to the clinical teaching mission of the DHM. Develop foundational skills in QI, research methodology, effective clinical teaching, and POCUS.

Required Core Curriculum & Conferences

• QI Foundations: Complete the 12-week online QI Foundations or January–September QI Collaborative course.

• Collaborative Scholarship Intensive: Attend sessions held on Fridays from September to February.

• Teaching: Participate in teaching observations.

• Division/Department Conferences: Regularly attend Weekly Grand Rounds, M&M, Monthly Early Career Faculty Development sessions, the DHM Insight Conference, and the DHM Pod/Idea Incubator meetings.

• National Engagement: Attend SHM Converge (Spring) and the Academic Hospitalist Academy (Fall).

Benefits & Professional Development

• Protected Time: Dedicated 0.50 FTE for scholarly activity and career development.

• Resource Access: Funding for required coursework and professional conference attendance.

• Credentialing: Opportunities to earn certificates in medical education, QI, or leadership.

• Networking: Integration into a nationally recognized academic medical center with direct access to subspecialists and researchers.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine or Medicine-Pediatrics residency program prior to the start date.

  • Certification: Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine.

  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

  • Clinical Skills: Demonstrated strong inpatient internal medicine clinical skills.

  • Communication: Excellent collaborative communication and interpersonal skills.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong interest in pursuing a long-term career in academic hospital medicine.

  • Demonstrated interest in clinical teaching and medical education.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000-104,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience. As a Common Paymaster Faculty position, pay will be split between dual appointments at the University of Minnesota & MPhysicians.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Adequate retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Applications must also be submitted for the MPhysician posting to be considered for this position.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.