Pediatric Neurosurgeon

The Department of Neurosurgery and the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital seek a fellowship trained, board eligible or board certified neurosurgeon with a primary focus in pediatric neurosurgery. This position is designed for a surgeon-scientist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to elevate and expand the institution’s pediatric neurosurgery clinical and research programs.

The ideal candidate will work effectively in multidisciplinary collaborative programs, demonstrate surgical technical excellence, and develop a dedicated research program aligned with their area of clinical practice. Candidates must possess specialized training and demonstrated experience in pediatric neurosurgery. Responsibilities include advancing the existing clinical and research programs within the Department and participating actively in resident education. Intended as a full-time appointment, level, rank and compensation are dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Practice sites for this position include the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital, the University of Minnesota Medical Center, its Ambulatory Surgical Center, and outreach sites in the Minnesota Health system.

The University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital is consistently ranked one of the best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report for several specialties. Per 2025-2026 data, our children’s hospital is the leading pediatric hospital in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area and is #2 in the state of Minnesota. We transform pediatric health, one child at a time, while driving innovation in research, education and clinical care for all children. Anchored within the renowned Medical Alley, the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area provides a unique environment for neurosurgery leaders at the heart of international medical technology research and development. This federally designated technology center boasts the nation's leading concentration of medical patents per capita, facilitating a seamless intersection of premier academic medicine and industry giants to pioneer advancements and clinicians benefit from an exceptional network of engineering expertise and sophisticated research infrastructure, offering a robust platform to advance the next generation of life-saving neurosurgical treatments.

The Department of Neurosurgery supports a fully ACGME accredited residency training program in Neurological Surgery. All faculty members participate in residency education. The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located in the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant and diverse metropolitan communities, students on the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

Pay and Benefits:

This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for this position is $ $607,000 - $764,000 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.

M Physicians provides the following benefits:

Substantial 401K employer contribution.

Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.

Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.

Malpractice insurance coverage.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits .

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located in the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. As part of its commitment, the University of Minnesota provides equal access and opportunity to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Community Information

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report . The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems , a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

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