Location: Springfield, Illinois (Central IL Region)
Job Type: Full-Time | Academic & Employed
Track Options: Tenure or Non-Tenure Track available
Job Summary
The Department of Surgery at Southern Illinois University (SIU) School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained, forward-thinking Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our expanding faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This is a premier academic, employed position reporting directly to the Chair of Orthopedic Surgery, Michaela Schneiderbauer, MD. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing a robust pediatric orthopedic and spine program, delivering exceptional clinical care, mentoring the next generation of physicians, and engaging in impactful clinical or basic science research.
Description & Core Responsibilities
As a faculty member at SIU Medicine, you will join a highly collaborative, innovative medical ecosystem. This dual-hospital clinical model maximizes regional outreach and patient volume while preserving dedicated time for academic pursuits.
- Maintain a vibrant pediatric orthopedic surgery practice, with privileges at two leading regional institutions: Springfield Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John’s Hospital (including HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital).
- Teach, mentor, and supervise medical students and orthopedic surgery residents within SIU’s internationally recognized medical education curriculum.
- Engage in independent or collaborative clinical and/or basic science research. Faculty have full access to the cutting-edge Memorial Learning Center and the SIU Surgical Skills Training Center to foster bioskills training and innovation.
- Contribute actively to the strategic expansion and regional prominence of the academic Orthopedic Surgery program across Central and Southern Illinois.
Requirements
- MD, DO, or equivalent alternate education medical pathway.
- Completed an accredited Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery.
- Board-certified or Board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Licensed or eligible for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Illinois.
- A passion for clinical teaching, a strong commitment to academic medicine, and a sensitivity to the unique healthcare needs of underrepresented minority and diverse populations.
- This is a security-sensitive position; pre-employment background screenings are required.
Compensation & Benefits
SIU School of Medicine provides a highly competitive, academic compensation package structured to reward excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.
- Highly competitive base salary commensurate with academic rank (Assistant/Associate Professor), experience, and academic track record.
- Robust, self-insured malpractice coverage.
- Outstanding health, dental, and vision insurance; comprehensive retirement plans; generous paid time off (PTO); and continuous CME funding and time allowance.
- Relocation assistance package available.
About SIU Medicine
SIU School of Medicine has earned national and international recognition for its radical innovation in medical education. Serving a vast population of over 2 million residents, SIU Medicine is deeply integrated into the community through strategic collaborations with Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Springfield Memorial.
- Academic Autonomy & Track Flexibility: Choose between Tenure or Non-Tenure tracks based on your career goals, backed by strong institutional infrastructure.
- World-Class Training Facilities: Utilize the state-of-the-art SIU Surgical Skills Training Center and Memorial Learning Center—vibrant hubs for surgical innovation.
- Collaborative Regional Powerhouse: Tap into an established referral network serving over 2 million people throughout central and southern Illinois.
- Incredible Quality of Life: Springfield is an affordable, family-friendly state capital featuring top-tier public and private schools, a University of Illinois campus, and beautiful Lake Springfield for outdoor recreation. Enjoy a low cost of living with effortless, direct access to metropolitan hubs like Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
SIU Medicine is committed to cultivating a diverse campus population for the well-being of its learners and workforce. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.
How to Apply
Position open until filled. To view full details and submit your formal online application, please visit our careers portal:
For confidential inquiries, position-specific details, or to submit your CV directly, please contact:
Michaela Schneiderbauer,
MD Chair of Orthopedic Surgery, SIU School of Medicine
Phone: 217-545-7746
Email: mschneiderbauer41@siumed.edu