Academic Joint Replacement Surgeons—Clinical Associates

Salary Range: $484,209 – $534,553 per year

The University of Chicago's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine seeks Clinical Associates at full-time effort for renewable terms of up to three years.

Appointees will have inpatient and outpatient responsibilities supporting offsite community practices, including the University of Chicago practice site in Crown Point, IN. These positions do not require teaching or scholarly activity. Compensation is dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois and Indiana, 3) be Board certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery, 4) have completed an ACGME-approved orthopaedic surgery residency or its equivalent, and 5) have completed an ACGME-approved fellowship or its equivalent in an area directly relevant to the specialization. 

We especially welcome applicants with an interest in joint replacement surgery who could build a practice rapidly, including outpatient joints program.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/177708. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of applications will begin after November 24, 2025.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp. 

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.