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University of Wisconsin–Madison

Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist

LocationUniversity of Wisconsin Madison
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentPediatrics
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Transplant Hepatology (Certificate of Added Qualification) from the American Board of Pediatrics is required by the appointment start date
Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Pediatric Transplant Hepatology is required by the appointment start date
Completion of an ACGME-approved pediatric residency program is required by the start date of the position
WI Medical license by start date of position
Board-certified or board eligible in Pediatrics by start date of position
Completion of a US ACGME-approved pediatric residency program by the start date of the position
MD, DO, or equivalent is required
Nice to have1
For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CT or CHS track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS or CT track
Eligibility5
Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by the start date of the position
University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas
The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States
Employment may require a criminal background check
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations; selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor (CHS)
Job Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is recruiting a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist to join our growing team. We are looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions as demonstrated through training and/or practice experience.
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This position is full or part-time, 50%-100%
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This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
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This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations.  The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
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Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles: Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Professor (CHS), Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor, Visiting Associate Professor, or Visiting Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Provide clinical service to pediatric liver transplant and pediatric liver and GI patients, both in the pediatric liver clinic and pediatric liver transplant clinics. Inpatient GI service is shared between all providers within the division. Provide pre-op and post-op care to pediatric liver transplant patients.
Engage in clinical teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students, and support the teaching and clinical research missions of the division and department.
Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health (applicable to Physicians hired on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track)). An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
Carry out independent research/scholarly activity in an area of interest (CHS Track only)
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 230 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio: since 2015, the Department of Pediatrics has ranked among the Top 20 pediatrics departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research.
The Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Division provides evaluation and treatment for a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver disorders and participates in clinical and translational research to help lead future practice. The GI and hepatology team consists of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, pediatric dieticians, and a pediatric health psychologist who help manage complex and chronic gastrointestinal diseases. This team offers care through outpatient clinics at UW Health Kids and hospital care at UW Health Kids American Family Children’s Hospital, as well as multiple sites across the region.
Community:
#1 Best Places to Live in the U.S. (Livability, 2022)
#1 Most Neighborly City (NeighborBlog, 2023)
#1 Best Places in the U.S. for Raising Children (DiversityDataKids.com, 2020)
#1 College Town to Live in After Graduation (Livability, 2024)
#2 Best City for Work/Life Balance & Mental Health (CoworkingCafe, 2023)
#2 Best City for Bikes (People for Bikes, 2020)
#4 Happiest Cities in America (WalletHub, 2024)
#5 Best State to Practice Medicine (Physicians Thrive, 2025)
#6 Fittest City in the US (ACSM American Fitness Index, 2023)
#7 Best Cities for STEM Jobs (WalletHub, 2025)
#8 Greenest City in the U.S. (EcoCation, 2025)
Best Mid-Size Town (Midwest Living, 2023)
Best Mid-Sized City for Gen Z (Commercial Café, 2025)
Madison is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 280,000 and a regional population of over 1 million. The city is within easy driving distance of Chicago and Milwaukee. Madison’s technology economy is growing rapidly, and the region is home to the headquarters of Epic Systems, Exact Sciences, and Promega, as well as many biotech, health care IT, and health systems startups. Other large employers headquartered in the area include Sub-Zero Wolf, Lands’ End, American Family Insurance, TruStage, Trek Bicycles, and Duluth Trading Company.
Madison is rich with cultural offerings, abundant outdoor activities, and one of the strongest local food scenes in the country: from April to October, the Capitol Square hosts the largest producer-only farmers’ market in the country. The city has a dedicated athletics fan base largely centered around the Big 10 University of Wisconsin–Madison. In addition, Madison is home to a professional soccer team, Forward Madison FC, and a professional ultimate frisbee team, the Madison Radicals. The Madison Mallards is a collegiate wood-bat summer baseball league team and the Madison Night Mares is a summer collegiate softball team. Marquee endurance sports and specialty sporting events include Ironman, Madison Marathon, and many national and international championship competitions.
Compensation:
Negotiable, 12 month
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
Required Qualifications:
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Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Transplant Hepatology (Certificate of Added Qualification) from the American Board of Pediatrics is required by the appointment start date.
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Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Pediatric Transplant Hepatology is required by the appointment start date.
•
Completion of an ACGME-approved pediatric residency program is required by the start date of the position.
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WI Medical license by start date of position.
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Board-certified or board eligible in Pediatrics by start date of position.
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Completion of a US ACGME-approved pediatric residency program by the start date of the position.
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Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by the start date of the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
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For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CT or CHS track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS or CT track.
Education:
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MD, DO, or equivalent is required
How to Apply:
For the best experience completing your application, we recommend using Chrome or Firefox as your web browser.
To apply for this position, select either “I am a current employee” or “I am not a current employee” under Apply Now. You will then be prompted to upload your application materials.
Important: The application has only one attachment field. Upload all required documents in that field, either as a single combined file or as multiple files in the same upload area.
Upload required documents:
CV
Cover Letter describing your:
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Interest in joining the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Pediatrics as a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist
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Your qualifications and experience in Pediatric Transplant Hepatology
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Your area of clinical and/or research interest (if applying for the CHS track)
Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is July 20, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
Legal
University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United
States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
Contact Information:
Leigh Fredericks, [email protected], 608-263-7735
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1: See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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