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Job Summary:

The Department of Anesthesiology at The University of Wisconsin is recruiting a Anesthesiology Researcher

The ideal candidate will guide an independent research program advancing an aspect of anesthesiology research.  In addition, mentoring of trainees and junior faculty will be a high priority. The candidate will be expected to maintain their own extramurally funded research program.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Leadership. Along with leading their independent laboratory personnel and department learners, the candidate will be also aid in the development and implementation of the department’s  long term strategic direction for the basic, clinical, and translational research programs. This includes efforts to promote and enhance research collaboration and the development of team research projects.

• Clinical Service. Physician applicants will be given the opportunity, and in many cases expected to, provide clinical service related to their training.

• The chosen applicant will participate in administrative, and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. 

• An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. 

• Teaching and Mentoring. The candidate will provide instruction, mentoring, and support for faculty, fellows, residents, and students who are interested and/or involved in research. Educational opportunities may include didactic teaching in the department, the medical school, and the graduate school.

• Research. The candidate will be be expected to develop/maintain an independent, funded laboratory in a field related to anesthesiology. 

• The chosen candidate will spend time teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology Researcher

Established in 1927 by Ralph M. Waters, we are proud to be the first academic anesthesiology department in the United States. Our department is deeply committed to a tripartite mission of clinical care, education, and research, as well as to the success and well-being of our teams. 

As dedicated clinicians, we provide comprehensive anesthesiology, critical care and pain management services to communities across the UW Health system of care.  As educators, we are passionate about training the next generation of anesthesiologists and clinical anesthetists.  As researchers, we support basic, translational and clinical science with a commitment to advancing the future of anesthesiology.

As a community, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive in their pursuit of excellence in patient care, teaching, and discovery.

The Department embraces both independent and collaborative work-styles. Our general approach is to empower individuals to work independently through thorough and hands-on training and onboarding, while also having regular meetings with collaborators and support staff within the department to foster a strong team environment.

Compensation:

Negotiable, 12 month

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or other terminal Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

PhD, MD or other terminal doctoral degree

How to Apply:

The deadline for assuring full consideration is October 24, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. To apply for this position, please click on the correct option under "Apply Now" and use the online UW Job Application system to submit a current CV and a cover letter that indicates the following details:

• Your interest in joining the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Anesthesiology as a General/Adult Multispecialty Anesthesiologist.

• Your qualifications and experience

• Your area(s) of research interest.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

Contact Information:

Andrew Prickett, [email protected], 608-262-9886

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