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University of Wisconsin Department of Emergency Medicine

Academic Faculty

University of Wisconsin Department of Emergency Medicine, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774

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Overview

The

BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine

invites applications for

board-certified/eligible emergency medicine physicians

to join our thriving academic faculty group at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (UW). All individuals interested in developing an academic career are encouraged to apply, especially those with a focus in education leadership, operations leadership, and research. An academic faculty position at the UW is an exceptional fit for physicians seeking significant opportunities for career development and progression into leadership roles within the department, UW, or health system. Our faculty benefit from individual mentorship and peer support, administrative support, and collaborative partnerships with institutional leadership. Clinical Environment

Our faculty deliver exceptional, patient-centered

emergency care

to a high-acuity and medically complex patient population as part of the integrated health system at UW Health. As a certified Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center, our flagship ED at

University Hospital

cared for nearly 70,000 adult and pediatric patients in 2024. University Hospital is one of just two academic medical centers in the state and has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as

Wisconsin’s No. 1 hospital

for 14 years in a row. A leading regional referral center located on UW–Madison’s west side of campus, this 505-bed Magnet-designated facility is known as one of the nation’s leading hospitals for patient care and teaching. Our faculty staff a 20-bed community ED at East Madison Hospital that cared for 38,000 patients in 2024, as well as the 11-bed ED at Madison’s VA Hospital. In addition, our pediatric emergency medicine faculty care for more than 17,000 patients annually at our 11-bed pediatric ED at the American Family Children’s Hospital. Our flight physicians staff

UW Health Med Flight , one of the few air medical services in the U.S. to

fly with an attending physician

on board, and are recognized worldwide as expert clinicians and educators in critical care transport and retrieval medicine. In 2026, we will expand emergency departments at University Hospital and East Madison Hospital — an important milestone that reflects our growth and commitment to supporting patients and care teams. Teaching & Service Responsibilities

All faculty have teaching responsibilities supporting resident and fellow trainees, as well as undergraduate, graduate, and medical students. Faculty also participate in myriad service and social emergency medicine activities in support of our

clinical, scholarly, and advocacy missions . Distribution of effort will be determined in accordance with service needs, academic priorities, and the candidate's expertise and career goals. Scholarly Activity

Faculty contribute to

advancing emergency medicine through scholarly activity , including authoring research and educational publications, leading or collaborating on research studies, and disseminating knowledge through teaching and professional presentations. DEM offers robust research infrastructure, funding support, and opportunities for collaboration across disciplines. Benefits

A competitive salary and rank commensurate with qualifications, relocation assistance, professional CME allowance, and comprehensive benefits and retirement plan are included. The department is also committed to fostering meaningful mentoring experiences for its faculty and learners and offers considerable opportunities for career development. About the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine

Since our founding in 2014, the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine has become a nationally recognized, top-tier academic department of emergency medicine. We strive to advance our specialty and to improve the health and well-being of our patients through leadership in clinical care, medical education, research, advocacy, and community engagement. We deliver high-quality care to patients from the upper Midwest through state-of-the-art clinical facilities and services and

robust clinical programs

including critical care, ultrasound, and prehospital medicine. Integral to our mission is training the next generation of emergency physicians and clinician-scientists through our three-year, ACGME-accredited emergency medicine

residency program

and nine

fellowship training programs

— several with ACGME accreditation or SAEM certification. Our

research enterprise

performs high-impact emergency care research and has been highly competitive for extramural funding since its founding. We strongly support the development of federally funded physician-scientists who are dedicated to generating new knowledge and advancing health care. Extensive opportunities for collaborative research exist across UW–Madison, with active programs in basic, clinical, and public health science. We invite you to join our forward-focused group of

more than 60 academic faculty

who are deeply committed to identifying and addressing barriers to health and to fostering belonging and engagement in all aspects of our work. Visit

emed.wisc.edu

to learn more about our mission, our people, and the Wisconsin Experience. About Madison, Wisconsin

UW–Madison is located in Wisconsin’s vibrant capital — an iconic isthmus city set between the two largest of five sparkling lakes. The greater metropolitan area boasts beautiful scenery and plentiful outdoor adventure year-round, as well as dynamic arts, culinary, education and technology hubs. Madison was recently named one of the 15 Happiest Places to Live in the U.S. by Outside magazine and is a great place to live and work for both individuals and families. Wisconsin was also recognized by Medscape in 2024 as the best state to practice medicine. Learn more about all that you can experience in Madison at

visitmadison.com . Applications

To learn more about this opportunity, please send your cover letter and curriculum vitae to Dr. Manish Shah at his contact information below. Official applications must be submitted through the UW–Madison Jobs website at

https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/emergency-medicine-physician-assistant-associate-or-full-professor-chs-ct-madison-wisconsin-united-states . Manish N. Shah, MD, MPH Professor and Chair The Azita G. Hamedani Distinguished Chair of Emergency Medicine BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health | UW Health mnshah@medicine.wisc.edu (608) 263-9174 At the University of Wisconsin, we are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can bring your authentic self. If this faculty position excites you but feel that your experience may not directly align with all qualifications, we still encourage you to apply or reach out to us to discuss the opportunity. You may be just the right candidate. Position Requirements

Candidates must have completed an ACGME-approved Emergency Medicine residency, be ABEM certified or eligible, and meet requirements for and obtain a Wisconsin medical license and clinical privileges in emergency medicine at UW Health. The successful candidate must qualify for a full-time academic faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher in the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.

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