University of North Dakota 

$270K+ Compensation | Academic Focus

Minimal Clinical (0.4 FTE)

AMN Healthcare has partnered with the University of North Dakota (UND) School of Medicine & Health Sciences to recruit a Family Medicine Core Faculty physician for its community-based residency program in Minot, North Dakota. This established program offers a true academic environment with meaningful influence over resident education, curriculum development, and program growth.

This opportunity is ideal for physicians seeking a long-term academic career with reduced clinical burden, strong institutional support, and the ability to shape future physicians. Flexible clinical responsibilities allow you to tailor your professional focus while maintaining balance.

Opportunity Highlights

• $270,000+ guaranteed compensation (Year 1) with competitive long-term earning potential
• Faculty appointment at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)
• Join and help shape North Dakota’s first Family Medicine Residency Program (established 1975) with a long-standing reputation in training community-focused physicians
• High-impact academic role with meaningful influence over residents, curriculum, and program growth
• Outpatient-focused clinical practice with strong resident and team support
• Flexibility to develop and focus on areas of interest (procedures, geriatrics, population health, OB, pediatrics)
• Significant opportunity for teaching, mentorship, and program development within a collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Ability to take on a visible and influential role within a tight-knit academic program and growing community
• J-1 visa sponsorship available
• Excellent benefits, including 9–13% retirement match and comprehensive university package

Why University of North Dakota (UND)

• UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences is a nationally recognized leader in rural medicine and population health
• Strong institutional mission centered around training physicians to serve communities where need is greatest
• Established academic infrastructure with resources for teaching, research, and professional development
• Collaborative, supportive faculty culture with emphasis on mentorship and physician engagement
• Opportunity to play a meaningful role in developing the next generation of family medicine physicians

Community Information – Minot, North Dakota

Minot offers a unique balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. As a regional hub, it provides stability, affordability, and a strong sense of community—an ideal environment for physicians seeking long-term impact.

• Lower cost of living with accessible and affordable housing options
• Safe, family-friendly community with strong schools and quality of life
• Diverse local economy supported by healthcare, energy, agriculture, and a nearby Air Force base
• Outdoor recreation year-round, including hiking, fishing, and winter sports
• Short commutes, minimal traffic, and a relaxed pace of life
• A place where physicians can make a visible difference—both in their program and their community

Why This Role Stands Out

• True academic focus with low clinical burden and high teaching impact
• Opportunity to help lead and grow an established, mission-driven residency program
• Ability to have direct influence on residents, curriculum, and long-term program direction
• Rare combination of academic purpose, lifestyle balance, and community impact