Position/Rank Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Surgeon - Tenure track/Rank dependent on qualifications
Department 00269 - Orthopedic Surgery Operations
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Tenure Track
New Position to Begin ASAP
Details The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking to hire a Division Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedics. This is a tenure-line faculty position in the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, determined by the chosen candidate's qualifications. The candidate will join a dynamic, successful and growing 13-member team within an outstanding academic Orthopaedic Department. The Division provides the pediatric orthopaedic care for the University of Utah, the Level 1 tertiary referral center for children in the Intermountain West, Primary Children's Hospital and the Level 2 Miller Campus of Primary Children's in Lehi, Utah in addition to other local and outreach locations.
Minimum requirements: Board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery with greater than 7 years' experience in academic practice, advanced fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, and a proven track record of successful leadership in academic medicine. The candidate will work closely with the pediatric team and executive leadership to further the missions of the Division and Department of Orthopaedics. Clinically, the candidate will provide Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgical care. Applicants should have a sincere desire to lead, develop, and mentor others in focused clinical, research, and educational programs in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and interest and experience in department and/or health system leadership. Candidates need to have demonstrated an exceptional academic interest and a clear track record of excellence in all aspects of Orthopaedics, including clinical care, education, research, and service.
Submit CV and cover letter to:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/203515Inquiries may be sent to:
Alan K. Stotts, M.D.
Chief, Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics
Vice Chair Pediatric Clinical Operations
Richard L. Stimson Presidential Endowed Chair in Orthopaedics
Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah
[email protected]Darrel S. Brodke, M.D.
Jack and Hazel Robertson Presidential Endowed Professor
Chair, Department of Orthopaedics
[email protected]Special Instructions for Candidates Please complete the online application including cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Please note that if you enter your references' names and contact information directly into the application, the system will
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[email protected].
Open Date 06/11/2026
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04088F
Type Faculty
