Assistant Professor - Palliative Medicine

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Closing Date:

08/30/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularShift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

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Department:

COM | Internal Med Palliative Care

Department's Website:

https://medicine.uams.edu/internal-medicine/divisions/palliative-medicine/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Professor serves as a faculty member responsible for advancing the academic, clinical, and research missions of the institution. This position supports the promotion of academic excellence, patient care delivery, translational research opportunities, and the overall health and wellness of Arkansans. Faculty appointments are determined based on the specific pathway, discipline, and divisional needs as approved through the institutional appointment process.

The incumbent is expected to contribute expertise within their specialty area through a combination of clinical service, medical education, scholarly activity, and collaborative engagement. This role requires a high level of professional knowledge, specialized experience, and appropriate academic or professional credentials relevant to the assigned department and division. Responsibilities and effort allocation may vary based on faculty pathway, clinical needs, educational assignments, research activity, and divisional priorities.

Qualifications:

• M.D. or equivalent required.

• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency is required, fellowship if applicable.

Responsibilities:

• Provide coordination, continuity, and consistency in patient care activities.

• Deliver direct patient care in accordance with departmental, divisional, and organizational standards.

• Participate in medical education through didactic instruction, bedside teaching, and clinical educational experiences.

• Engage in research collaborations and scholarly activities that advance clinical medicine and improve health outcomes.

• Promote academic excellence and support the health and wellness of Arkansans through clinical, educational, and research initiatives.

• Contribute to translational research opportunities and provide instruction within assigned specialty areas.

• Maintain expertise and specialized knowledge within the applicable discipline, department, or division.

• Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, trainees, healthcare professionals, and external partners across the organization and community.

• Serve in additional leadership or mentorship roles as assigned, which may include fellowship director, division director, service line leadership, resident preceptor, or mentor responsibilities.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with professionals at all organizational levels, as well as with community, industry, and state and federal government partners.

• Perform other duties as assigned based on position, discipline, and division needs.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contactaskrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

No