Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified individual to join our tenure track or non-tenure clinical track consistent with clinical experience and research interest in our Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Division. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Participation in clinical and educational activities of the division, including our fellowship, is required. The applicant must be committed to fellow, resident, and medical student education and patient care. 

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Our department's strength lies in its interdisciplinary team, which includes physicians, nurse midwives, advanced practice nurses, physician associates, genetic counselors, sonographers, and embryologists. We are committed to excellence in education through a competency-based curriculum, mentoring clinical and research efforts, and supporting four ACGME-accredited fellowship programs and a Clinical Nurse Midwife training program. Additionally, we work with the UI Departments of Urology, Psychiatry, Ethics, Family Medicine, the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics and Children's Hospital.  We are the only academic health system in Iowa and are looked to as the leaders in healthcare for all Iowans.

Arguably the most distinguished member of the department, Denise Jamieson, MD, MPH serves as the vice president for medical affairs and dean of the UI Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa.  She brings a wealth of expertise in obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) and advocacy for our department. Her background ensures a strong focus on women’s health, maternal care, and emerging infectious diseases in pregnancy, which are critical areas in medical education and research. Her leadership is particularly beneficial in addressing health disparities and improving maternal health outcomes.

Our chair and Department Executive Officer Christian Pettker, MD, is dedicated to the growth and success of our department. He is a key supporter for the maintained success and growth of the REI division.

Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Our faculty practice encompasses both inpatient and outpatient activities, highlighting our role as Iowa’s only quaternary academic referral center. Inpatient responsibilities include overseeing postsurgical patients and consults. In our outpatient clinics, we provide comprehensive care for a wide range of reproductive endocrinology, infertility, preimplantation genetic testing, oncofertility, fertility preservation, third-party reproduction, adolescent and pediatric gynecology cases offering both consultative and complete care. We interpret all gynecology ultrasounds for our hospital system, which includes:

• Two hospitals


• Three outpatient locations

Our ultrasound unit is accredited by the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine. Additionally, we have two part-time genetic counselors, shared with the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.

Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The University of Iowa, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, is seeking faculty for a position in the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest.

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Our department's strength lies in its interdisciplinary team, which includes physicians, nurse midwives, advanced practice nurses, physician associates, genetic counselors, sonographers, and embryologists. We collaborate closely with the School of Nursing and the Departments of Family Medicine and Pediatrics. We are committed to excellence in education through a competency-based curriculum, mentoring clinical and research efforts, and supporting four ACGME-accredited fellowship programs and a Clinical Nurse Midwife training program. Additionally, we work with the UI Departments of Urology, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics and Children's Hospital.  We are the only academic health system in Iowa and are looked to as the leaders in healthcare for all Iowans.

Arguably the most distinguished member of the department, Denise Jamieson, MD, MPH serves as the vice president for medical affairs and dean of the UI Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa.  She brings a wealth of expertise in obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) and advocacy for our department. Her background ensures a strong focus on women’s health, maternal care, and emerging infectious diseases in pregnancy, which are critical areas in medical education and research. Her leadership is particularly beneficial in addressing health disparities and improving maternal health outcomes.

Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Our faculty practice encompasses both inpatient and outpatient activities, highlighting our role as Iowa’s only quaternary academic referral center. Inpatient responsibilities include overseeing the antepartum service and managing obstetric deliveries for MFM patients. In our outpatient clinics, we provide comprehensive care for a wide range of maternal and fetal complications of pregnancy, offering both consultative and complete OB care. We interpret all obstetric ultrasounds for our hospital system, which includes:

• Two hospitals


• Five outpatient locations


• Two telemedicine sites

Our ultrasound unit is accredited by the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine. Additionally, we have three full-time and two part-time genetic counselors, shared with the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine

Our mission is to inspire and educate world class health care providers and scientists for the people of Iowa and our global community.

Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is a highly ranked medical school where students learn to become accomplished clinicians and top-flight researchers and educators. Students come to Iowa to study medicine in a program that uses case-based learning as the basis of their education. With its emphasis on problem-solving skills, early exposure to patients, and enhanced community-based experiences, UI medical students typically earn impressive scores on Step 1 of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination and successfully “match” with top-quality residency programs around the country.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.

Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Salary: Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Iowa seeks an Academic OBGYN in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities will include instruction and supervision of resident physicians and medical students in various inpatient and outpatient settings.

Preference given to those with interest and/or background experience in vulvar vaginal diseases, pediatric adolescent gynecology or pelvic pain. There is also opportunity for career development in those same specialized clinic services and/or clinical research interest in obstetrics and gynecology.

This role will be based at the Medical Center on the University Campus – staffing the obstetric unit, supervising the benign gynecology team and the resident continuity clinic, and providing outpatient care.  The position includes in-house and back-up call responsibilities overnight and on weekends.  The position includes rounding on antepartum and postpartum patients, rounding on gynecologic patients, providing obstetric and gynecologic consultations to the inpatient and emergency departments, consulting for family practice obstetric providers and advanced practice providers. There are opportunities to be involved in obstetric and gynecologic quality and safety initiatives and committees and clinical informatics.

Opportunity Highlights

• Exposure to exciting cases and opportunities for professional growth


• Opportunity to work in a high-volume and growing (approx. 3,300 births/year), high-risk labor and delivery unit


• Teaching of medical students and residents (6 per year)


• Extensive 24/7 backup system


• In-house Anesthesia and Level 4 NICU


• Large academic OB/GYN department with a rich history and commitment to training the next generation of OB/GYNs


• OB/GYN Department includes subspecialties Gyn Oncology, Urogynecology, MIGS, REI, MFM, and Midwifery.


• Excellent work-life balance - with opportunities for additional shifts for extra compensation


• Care for a diverse patient population in a supportive and collegial environment


• Develop and participate in research activities and/or involvement with hospital and university committees, if desired


• Competitive compensation, benefits package, and CME allowance

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks (criminal history, including self-disclosure of conviction history, and credential verification) will be conducted for finalist candidates. In addition, child/dependent adult sexual abuse background checks will be conducted for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics.