University of Nebraska Medical Center

Gastroenterologist/Faculty Rank DOQ
Job Description

Job Summary:

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE is recruiting a Medical Director for the multidisciplinary Frederick F. Paustian Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center (PIBDC). The Medical Director will serve as a visionary leader to build and grow a premier IBD Center at a highly ranked academic medical center. The selected candidate will play an integral role in the future growth of the Division.

About Us:

The PIBDC is a newly created 3800 square feet center that opened in 2022. It is dedicated to improving the lives of IBD patients through expert, integrated, innovative patient-centered care as well as through ground-breaking clinical, translational, and basic research programs.

Opportunity Highlights:

  • Beautiful, turnkey clinic with dedicated, support staff
  • Funding for basic and clinical faculty research
  • Collaborative group of clinicians, clinical trialists, and translational and basic scientists
  • Comprehensive multidisciplinary team
  • Seven exam rooms – one specifically equipped for colorectal surgery outpatient procedures
  • Prospective biobank with a sample-linked clinical database

Community Highlights: Live in a Top-Rated City!

  • Omaha, Nebraska is No. 14 Most Affordable Places to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report
  • U.S. News & World Report ranks Omaha among the Best Places to Live in the U.S.
  • Recognized among the Best Places to Raise Kids by Smartasset.com
  • Ranks as one of the Best Cities for Runners by Smartasset.com
  • Smartasset.com ranks Omaha as the No. 16 Most Livable City in the U.S
  • No. 5 Best City for Young Professionals according to finance.yahoo.com
  • Our compensation package is extremely competitive and includes comprehensive benefits, generous employer paid retirement contributions, CME, and paid time off.

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO, MD/PhD (or equivalent degree), who is board certified/eligible in Gastroenterology and has a record of accomplishment in gastroenterology.

Additional Information:

We are looking for a leader with experience and dedication to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. We invite candidates without experience, but who have interest suitable for working towards becoming the Medical Director to apply. 

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1581
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
Org Unit:  Int Med GI UNMC
Job Location:  Omaha, NE 68198
Application Review Date:  11/23/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  Commensurate With Experience
Job Type:  TBD
Faculty Appointment: 
Worksite Eligibility:  TBD
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  jobs@unmc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  CV Required

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Posting Start Date:  10/27/25