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PSYCHOTHERAPIST - DIABETES/WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Psychotherapist - Department of Internal Medicine; Divisions: General Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism


The Department of Internal Medicine within the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa is seeking a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to join our clinical track faculty.


Appointment will be on the non-tenure clinical track at the assistant clinical professor level. The position is a 0.5 FTE and consists of 100% clinical time.


The Department of Internal Medicine is recruiting a psychologist, clinical mental health counselor, or marriage and family therapist to join our outpatient team to provide primarily clinical services to patients in the Weight Management Clinic. This person will be responsible for providing outpatient therapy and clinical assessment as well as education and consultation to patients/families and care providers, as well as provide supervision of graduate student psychotherapy. Therapy may include evidence based individual, couple, family, and group therapy models.


This person will engage in teaching at multiple levels, such as medical residents/fellows, medical students, and graduate students. Teaching opportunities include more formal didactics and clinical teaching. We will work closely with the candidate to optimize their time to work in preferred areas of interest.


Search Committee Contact Information:  Jacob B. Priest, Ph.D., LMFT, Clinical Associate Professor, Department on Internal Medicine – Endocrinology and Metabolism, the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Phone: 319-335-6044. Email: jacob-b-priest@uiowa.edu


The University of Iowa, Department of Internal Medicine offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collegial professional environment. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®


The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is a highly ranked medical school where students learn to become accomplished clinicians and top-flight researchers and educators. Students come to Iowa to study medicine in a program that uses case-based learning as the basis of their education. Our mission is to inspire and educate world class health care providers and scientists for the people of Iowa and our global community. Researchers in the College's over 280 laboratories are served by state-of-the-art core research facilities and research support facilities. Much of the research conducted is interdisciplinary and collaborations are fostered and coordinated through major research centers, institutes and programs. Many faculty members are internationally renowned for their research.


The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away. Iowa City is an attractive, family friendly, college town with abundant local and world-class cultural, theatrical and musical events, top ranked schools, and outdoor recreational attractions. The Iowa City area is often ranked as one of the most livable communities in the nation (Livability.com). To learn more about our great community visit https://livability.com/ia/iowa-city, https://www.thinkiowacity.com/ and https://vimeo.com/148167202.


About Iowa City:


The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. Learn more about Iowa City and the Department of Internal Medicine by watching the video: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/internalmedicine/about-us/why-iowa


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.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

CLINICAL FACULTY - NEUROPSYCHOLOGY

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Department: Neurology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa Department of Neurology is seeking faculty for a full-time position in Neuropsychology. The appointment will be on the clinical (non-tenure) track, with appointment rank (i.e., Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) based on qualifications.


The position requires the delivery of clinical neuropsychological services, including assessment and rehabilitation, under the auspices of the Benton Neuropsychology Clinic. The Benton Clinic follows a flexible battery, hypothesis-driven approach to assessment, using many instruments that were created at Iowa by Arthur Benton, a founder of the field.


The Benton Clinic is staffed by neuropsychologists and postdoctoral residents, and a technician-based testing approach is utilized. Neuropsychologists in the clinic have extensive contact with leading scientists in neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. Neuropsychologists work in direct collaboration with neurologists and other physicians, and have access to daily case conferences, grand rounds, special lectures, and numerous outstanding educational opportunities. The Benton Clinic also has close ties with the Neuroscience PhD Program and the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa. The Clinic functions in a spacious area of the University Hospitals, in the Department of Neurology, and provides a full range of diagnostic and rehabilitation services. The patient population is comprised primarily of adults with neurological disease including degenerative conditions, stroke, epilepsy, tumor, head injury, and movement disorders.


The Department of Neurology is made up of more than 40 full-time faculty members who provide local, national and international leadership across a range of neurology subspecialties, including Cognitive Neurology, Cerebrovascular Disease, Clinical Electrophysiology, Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Neuroimmunology/Multiple Sclerosis, Neuromuscular Disease, Neuropsychology, and Sleep Disorders. The Department of Neurology has a long tradition of excellence in research, a well-developed research infrastructure, and an outstanding patient population that supports efforts in a variety of areas of clinical and research investigations.


The University of Iowa, Department of Neurology offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collegial professional environment.   The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®


The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is a highly ranked medical school where students learn to become accomplished clinicians and top-flight researchers and educators. Students come to Iowa to study medicine in a program that uses case-based learning as the basis of their education. Our mission is to inspire and educate world class health care providers and scientists for the people of Iowa and our global community. Researchers in the College's over 280 laboratories are served by state-of-the-art core research facilities and research support facilities. Much of the research conducted is interdisciplinary and collaborations are fostered and coordinated through major research centers, institutes and programs.


The University of Iowa is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 20 minutes away. Iowa City is an attractive, family-friendly, college town with abundant local and world-class cultural, theatrical and musical events, top ranked public schools, and outdoor recreational attractions. The Iowa City area is often ranked as one of the most livable communities in the nation (Livability.com). To learn more about our great community visit https://livability.com/ia/iowa-city, https://www.thinkiowacity.com/ and https://vimeo.com/14816720.


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.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

PEDIATRIC & ADULT STRABISMUS FACULTY

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Department: Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has a long-standing history of providing outstanding care for our patients, conducting leading-edge, collaborative research, and educating the next generation of ophthalmologists and vision science researchers. 


The department is seeking faculty for a full-time position in the subspecialty of pediatrics and adult strabismus. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest and commensurate with experience. The position entails clinical activity at the University of Iowa Health Care university campus and UI Pediatric Specialty Clinic (PSC).


The department currently supports 18 residents and 6 first year interns in the Ophthalmology training program, as well as fellowships in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Pediatric Inherited eye disorders, Glaucoma, Neuro Ophthalmology, Cornea, Oculoplastics and Surgical and Medical Retina. The department has multiple providers conducting clinical research strongly supported by a trials team and institutional resources. In addition to the trials team, the University of Iowa Institute for Vision Research is home to a world class team of scientist aimed at curing blindness.


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.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY FACULTY

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa Department of Internal Medicine is seeking faculty for an electrophysiologist in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. This position is in the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor on the tenure track, research track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. Appointment at the rank of Instructor (non-track) may also be considered.


About Iowa City:


The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. Learn more about Iowa City and the Department of Internal Medicine by watching the video: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/internalmedicine/about-us/why-iowa


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.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

IMMUNOLOGY OR CANCER RESEARCH

Friday, February 6, 2026

Department: Pathology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The Department of Pathology at The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is seeking scientist candidates for tenure-track faculty positions in immunology or cancer research. Candidates must have a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent) and a research program in either the field of immunology, cancer, or a combination of both (e.g. cancer immunotherapy). 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 and productivity. Candidates should also have excellent communication skills. Candidates with R01 level funding (or equivalent) are preferred. Successful candidates will be expected to run a strong and funded research program in some aspect of immunology or cancer biology, in addition to participating in clinical service and education (as appropriate). For appropriately board-certified M.D. or Ph.D. candidates, any area of clinical expertise in Pathology will be considered.


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.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

FACULTY ANESTHESIOLOGIST

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Department: Anesthesia

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa Department of Anesthesia is seeking qualified anesthesiologists with interest and expertise in a variety of clinical areas to join our team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to practice in a high-acuity academic medical center, contribute to perioperative planning, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient care. Faculty members also participate in teaching residents, fellows, SRNAs, and medical students, with opportunities for academic involvement through lectures, conferences, and scholarly activity. The Department of Anesthesia is seeking faculty members for appointment on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank, depending on qualifications. Appointment at the rank of Instructor (non-track) may also be considered.


Responsibilities of this position include:




  • Participating in team-based anesthesia care and personally providing anesthesia care




  • Serving as a member of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating for effective patient outcomes.




  • Active participation in the academic activities of the Department and College of Medicine.




  • Supervising students, residents, fellows, SRNA’s and non-anesthesia rotators.




  • Providing developmental feedback to those under supervision, verbally and in writing.




  • Preparing educational materials, leading and/or attending academic lectures and professional development events.




  • Research activities are encouraged, though participation is not required for continued employment or promotion.




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.



For more information visit our website at medicine.uiowa.edu/anesthesia/; for additional inquiries about this position, please send an email to:


Cynthia A. Wong, M.D.


Professor, Chair & DEO


Phone: 319-356-3868


Email: cynthia-wong@uiowa.edu

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

PHYSICIAN SCIENTIST

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Department: Pathology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

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.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

PEDIATRIC CARDIAC INSTRUCTOR

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seeking to fill a faculty position at the rank of Instructor within the Division of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery. This position offers the opportunity for advanced clinical training and academic development in the subspecialty of pediatric cardiac surgery. The Instructor will function as an early-career faculty member and will participate in clinical care, education, and scholarly activities.


Responsibilities:



  • Serve as an early-career faculty member with full attending responsibilities under supervision.

  • Participate in the clinical care of pediatric cardiac surgery patients.

  • Engage in teaching activities involving medical students, residents, and fellows.

  • Complete at least one academic or research project during the term of appointment.


If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.


For more information, please contact:


Contact name: Lisa Pfannebecker


Title: Human Resources Generalist


Email address: lisa-pfannebecker@uiowa.edu


Department website: https://ct-surgery.medicine.uiowa.edu/


To apply for this position, please visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition 75802. 


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. 


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

INFECTIOUS DISEASES FACULTY

Friday, January 16, 2026

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa Department of Internal Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases is seeking an ABIM board eligible or board-certified Infectious Diseases physician at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor. This position will involve inpatient and outpatient consultative care for general Infectious Disease patients at the University of Iowa Heath Care Medical Center on the University campus, Medical Center Downtown (community setting), and possible limited time at Medical Center North Liberty (Orthopedic-ID consultation). An outpatient component of staffing the virology clinic (HIV clinic) and/or Travel Clinic is available if desired.


The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. Learn more about Iowa City and the Department of Internal Medicine by watching the video: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/internalmedicine/about-us/why-iowa


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.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240

DIRECTOR OF THE ORGAN TRANSPLANT CENTER

Friday, January 16, 2026

Department: Surgery

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation and the Organ Transplant Center at the University of Iowa Health Care is seeking an abdominal transplant surgeon for the positions of Director of the Iowa Health Care Organ Transplant Center and Director, Division of Transplant Surgery in the Department of Surgery.  Appointment rank must be at the Associate or Full Professor level in either the tenure or clinical track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. The ideal candidate will have expertise in liver transplant surgery as well as leadership experience.


 University of Iowa Health Care has supported a UNOS approved solid organ transplant program for over 40 years and the Iowa Health Care Organ Transplant Center (OTC) is recognized as a regional and national Center of Excellence ( www.UIHealthcare.org/transplant ). The OTC is a multi-disciplinary, cross-institutional collaboration between the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, University of Iowa Physicians practice group, and the Carver College of Medicine (and between Departments within the CCOM) designed to manage patients across the arc of their care, in a single locus, to best align the goals and missions of these stakeholders by putting the patient in the center of its focus. The Director of the OTC leads a dedicated team of more than 70 professionals dedicated to the care of kidney, liver and pancreas transplant and advanced, complex hepato-biliary surgery patients. The Division Director in the Department of Surgery leads 4 additional solid organ transplant surgeons and is responsible for the academic, administrative, financial, quality and operational aspects of the division under the auspices of the Chair of Surgery. Iowa Health Care represents the integrated health care enterprise of the University of Iowa, which includes the UI Hospitals and Clinics, UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, UI Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, and UI Physicians. As one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers and the state’s only comprehensive academic medical center, University of Iowa Health Care is committed to excellence in medical education, research and patient care and service. To learn more, visit our website at https://www.uihealthcare.org/


University of Iowa Health Care offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.


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.


The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.


Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.


 

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.


IOWA CITY, IA 52240