Family Medicine Faculty

Job Description & Requirements

AMN Healthcare is proud to partner with the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences (UND SMHS) to recruit a Family Medicine Core Faculty Physician for its highly respected residency program in Minot, North Dakota. This opportunity offers the ideal balance of teaching, mentorship, and patient care within a mission-driven academic environment dedicated to developing the next generation of family physicians.

As a core faculty member, you will play a key role in resident education, curriculum innovation, scholarly activity, and strategic program development while enjoying a significantly reduced clinical commitment. The program's collaborative culture, broad-spectrum training environment, and strong institutional support create an exceptional opportunity for physicians seeking a long-term academic career with meaningful impact.

UND SMHS is recognized throughout the region for its commitment to rural and community-based medical education, providing faculty members the chance to influence healthcare delivery across North Dakota and beyond. Whether your passion lies in teaching, leadership, mentorship, research, procedural medicine, population health, or program development, this role offers the flexibility and resources to build the academic career you envision.

Opportunity Highlights

• $270,000+ guaranteed compensation
• Faculty appointment with the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level
• 0.4 FTE clinical commitment with flexibility in practice structure and scheduling
• Academic-focused role with dedicated time for teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, and scholarly pursuits
• Join an established Family Medicine Residency Program with a strong history of training physicians since 1975
• Help shape the future direction and growth of a successful, community-based residency program
• Practice in an outpatient environment supported by residents and a multidisciplinary care team
• Opportunities to develop and teach specific clinical interests including:
  • Women's health and OB
  • Pediatrics
  • Geriatrics
  • Sports medicine
  • Procedures
  • Population health
  • Rural medicine
• Strong emphasis on faculty engagement, professional growth, and leadership development
• J-1 & H1-B visa sponsorship available
• Comprehensive benefits package with a 9% to 13% retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance and robust institutional support
• Work-life balance rarely found in academic medicine.

Why the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences?

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences is the state's only medical school and serves as a leader in community-based medical education. Its innovative model emphasizes training physicians where healthcare is needed most, creating meaningful partnerships throughout North Dakota.

Faculty members benefit from:

• Association with a respected academic institution dedicated to improving healthcare access across the region
• Opportunities for leadership advancement within medical education
• Close collaboration with engaged residents and faculty colleagues
• A strong culture of mentorship and innovation
• Meaningful influence on physician workforce development throughout the Upper Midwest
• Academic resources and support without the bureaucracy often associated with large academic medical centers

Community Information – Minot, North Dakota

Often referred to as the "Magic City," Minot is one of North Dakota's most vibrant communities, offering an exceptional quality of life, remarkable affordability, and a strong sense of community.

Why Physicians Love Living in Minot

• Outstanding affordability, with housing costs significantly below many metropolitan markets
• Family-friendly community known for excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a welcoming atmosphere
• Short commute times, allowing more time for family, hobbies, and personal interests
• Four-season outdoor recreation including fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, golfing, skiing, and snowmobiling
• Regional airport with convenient access to major hubs
• Growing dining, arts, and entertainment scene
• Home to the renowned North Dakota State Fair, one of the largest events in the Upper Midwest
• Vibrant cultural community highlighted by the Scandinavian Heritage Park, local theaters, concerts, and community events
• Access to top-quality healthcare and regional amenities without the traffic and congestion of larger cities
• Strong local economy supported by healthcare, education, energy, agriculture, and military presence through nearby Minot Air Force Base
• Ideal environment for raising a family while maintaining an exceptional work-life balance

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