Academic General OB/GYN
Company: University of Iowa
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of
Iowa seeks an Academic OB/GYN 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. Successful
candidates must possess a medical degree (MD) or doctor of
osteopathy (DO). This position requires completion of an
ACGME-accredited residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and
candidates should be ABOG board eligible/certified. Candidates will
be required to have licensure eligibility by the Iowa Board of
Medicine and will be required to be licensed by the Iowa Board of
Medicine before commencement of employment. Required qualifications
include excellent clinical and surgical skills, excellent skills in
patient management, strong oral and written communication skills,
demonstrated teaching skills, and commitment to team culture.
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
Community Information Conveniently situated in the center of the
heartland, Iowa City is a place where you can engage your curiosity
on a bike, train, in a car or on foot; in a library, theater or
local dining scene; with friends, family or solo; in a community
rich in history, arts, and a passion for learning more. Arts and
cultural opportunities are an essential part of the area’s
personality. From nationally respected free summer festivals that
feature jazz, blues, soul, art, barbeque and America’s independence
– to museums and galleries presenting renowned masterworks and
literary treasures, the area is a haven for artists and cultural
enthusiasts of all kinds. Our literary heritage is recognized by
the United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO) as the world’s third official City of Literature, the
first city designated as such in the United States. The area offers
recreational and competitive athletics, hundreds of options through
our rec centers and clubs, plus hundreds of miles of trails for
cross country skiing and cycling of all types. About University of
Iowa Health Care The Carver College of Medicine and the University
of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are equal partners within UI Health
Care, and the hospital is one of the largest university-owned
teaching hospitals in the United States. The UI Department of
Obstetrics and Gynecology has distinguished clinical, research, and
teaching faculty who are national and international leaders in
their respective areas of expertise. This is equally balanced with
experienced, skilled senior members and energetic, creative junior
faculty members collaborating on patient care, research, and
education. The department encompasses diverse programs spanning all
areas of the specialty. The department is the home of an excellent
residency program with 6 residents per year and highly competitive
fellowship programs in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility,
Gyn Oncology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Urogynecology. The
department has active research programs in preeclampsia,
gynecologic cancers, pelvic floor disorders, and infertility.
Partnering with the State of Iowa, the Department has expanded
residency and fellowship training to rural Iowa in partnership with
several Iowa health systems and clinics. Additionally, the
department’s residency program has many years of recruiting and
graduating outstanding women’s health talent. In addition, the
department closely collaborates with the UI Departments of Urology,
Psychiatry, Family Medicine, the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center
(Iowa’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center),
and the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics as well as the
University of Iowa’s Stead Family Children’s Hospital. For
questions contact: Rachel Maassen, MD, MBA Director of Division of
General Obstetrics & Gynecology 319-353-6095
rachel-maassen@uiowa.edu To be considered please apply at:
https://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty/view/74680 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. Persons with disabilities may contact University Human
Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or
fsds@uiowa.edu , to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security
Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the
Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
Keywords: University of Iowa, Cedar Rapids , Academic General OB/GYN, Healthcare , Iowa City, Iowa
