Heersink School of Medicine-Open Rank-Pediatrics - Emergency Medicine

Medicine Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Open Rank Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Payroll Status Faculty 12 Job Description The Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine ( PEM ) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) are seeking multiple board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians to join our division. Families come from across Alabama and surrounding states to seek care at the only freestanding children’s hospital in Alabama. In 2025, our Emergency Department (ED) cared for approximately 74,000 patients. The ED moved to a new facility in 2012 and currently features 48 medical beds, four resuscitation beds, and a dedicated 16-bed behavioral health section.

Our fellowship program has been active for more than 35 years and currently trains three fellows per year. Faculty are encouraged and supported in pursuing work in education, advocacy, quality improvement, and/or research. Scholarly activity is expected but is broadly defined. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and achievement.

We are seeking excellent clinicians and energetic, team-oriented faculty members who are passionate about educating trainees, developing programs, and contributing to the academic environment. A clinical promotion pathway is also available, along with a nocturnist shift differential for those interested. Children’s of Alabama is a private, not-for-profit medical center that also serves as the primary site for UAB’s pediatric medicine, surgery, research, and residency programs. For more than 50 years, the partnership between UAB and Children’s has provided outstanding care to the youngest and most vulnerable patients while establishing Birmingham as a nationally recognized center for pediatric medicine.

With more than 2 million square feet, Children’s of Alabama is one of the largest pediatric medical facilities in the United States and has consistently been recognized among the nation’s top children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Birmingham is one of Alabama’s largest cities, with a metropolitan population exceeding 1 million. The city offers a growing restaurant and arts scene, charming neighborhoods, and numerous outdoor parks and entertainment opportunities.

Birmingham is conveniently located in the Southeast, providing easy access to lakes, mountains, and Gulf Coast beaches. UAB is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, encourages collaboration, and supports innovation. We strive to promote fairness, equity, and opportunities for all members of our academic and surrounding communities. These positions offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with each candidate’s experience and qualifications. Compensation will include a guaranteed salary as well as a generous productivity-based incentive plan .

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Posting Number F2949P Open Date 10/25/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Nondiscrimination Statement UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix .

Special Instructions to Applicants Pre-employment Background Check A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment. Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable) About University of Alabama at Birmingham To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this faculty employment opportunity? HigherEdJobs.com Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Inside Higher Ed Diverse Issues In Higher Education UAB Faculty Jobs Portal Personal Referral Minority Nurse Indeed.com AAMC New Scientist ScienceCareers.org Association for Information Systems New England Journal of Medicine Science Magazine www.postandgo.org SFN Careers MathJobs.org Conference Search Firm Academic Keys Other-- Please list the source in the next question.

If you answered "Other" above, please explain: (Open Ended Question) Are you currently Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics? yes no Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents Cover Letter The University of Alabama at Birmingham 1720 2nd Ave South Birmingham, AL 35294 Main Switchboard: (205) 934-4011 Hearing Impaired/TDD: (205) 934-4642 UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix .

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