The University of Iowa Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation is seeking a faculty member specializing in Orthopedic Hand Surgery. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and may align with the clinical (non-tenure), or tenure tracks, depending on clinical experience and academic interests. 

Opportunity Overview: Join an accomplished and collaborative team of over 50 faculty members, including 25 practicing surgeons, within a closed-staff academic practice at a top-tier medical institution. This is an exciting time to join the department as it moves to a brand new, state-of-the-art Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in North Liberty- IA- a major initiative focused on growth and market expansion.

The Division of Hand Surgery provides comprehensive care for routine, complex and rare upper extremity conditions, with particular expertise in:

• Microsurgery and peripheral nerve surgery


• Hand and wrist reconstruction and replantation


• Tendon and ligament repairs


• Arthroscopy, arthroplpasty, and fusion of the wrist


• Brachial plexus and nerve compression syndromes


• Congenital conditions and trauma reconstruction

This opportunity offers access to cutting-edge technology, high case volumes, academic and research freedom, residents and fellows integrated into the practice and a faculty culture energized by growth and clinical excellence.

Position Highlights:

• Work at a premier academic medical center: University of Iowa Health Care, consistently ranked among the nation's best. 


• Join a nationally recognized orthopedic department with senior leaders recognized for national leadership.


• Contribute to a practice poised for expansion at a new, specialized hospital in North Liberty, purpose-built for orthopedic excellence.


• Collaborate with specialists in PM&R, research, sports medicine and pediatric orthopedics, including four current pediatric orthopedic surgeons. 


• Opportunities for academic and career advancement including clinical, translational and basic research, other forms of scholarship and engagement in national organizations. 


• Flexibility for clinical vs. academic balance depending on candidate interests. 

Compensation and Support: 

• Competitive base salary with WRVU-based incentives (details determined by appointment track and rank). 


• Comprehensive relocation assistance.


• Sign-on bonus negotiable.


• Full benefits including CME support, retirement contributions, and malpractice coverage. 

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.

• MD, DO or equivalent degree.


• Completion of an ACGME accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency.


• Completion of a fellowship in Orthopedic Hand Surgery.

• Licensed or eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Iowa.

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.

• Strong interest or experience in academic medicine, teaching, or clinical research.


• Interest in growing a comprehensive hand surgery service line to serve the state of Iowa as a tertiary hand referral center.


• Openness to process improvement, innovation, and team-based practice models.


• A demonstrated commitment to or experience in mentoring, clinical leadership, and the development of residents and fellows.