Pediatrics- Pediatric Intensivist; PICU

Open Rank of Pediatrics
- Pediatric Intensivist (PICU) Position Summary

The Division of Critical Care at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, is seeking a Pediatric Intensivist to join the clinical team. Salary and track will be commensurate with training and experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, and a rich retirement benefit program.

The position includes patient‑care responsibilities in a state‑of‑the‑art 20‑bed multidisciplinary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Other duties include teaching residents and medical students, a pediatric sedation service, and pediatric/neonatal ECMO. The Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Division have a long tradition of providing outstanding, comprehensive care to the children of New Mexico.

New Mexico’s rich cultural and linguistic diversity make it a fascinating and wonderful place to live and work. Situated along the beautiful Sandia Mountains and traversed by the Rio Grande, Albuquerque is New Mexico’s largest city, with a growing population in the greater metropolitan area now exceeding 900,000.

Albuquerque is a four‑season city with elevation ranging from 4,900‑10,300 feet, and enjoys year‑round sunshine and a moderate climate. The city is famous for its diverse cultures, New Mexican cuisine, unique architecture, and proximity to unlimited outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, snow‑skiing/boarding, fishing, and golfing. New Mexico’s great natural beauty and rich cultures have earned the designation “Land of Enchantment.”

Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to obtain medical licensure(s) in the state of New Mexico.
• Board certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Critical Care by time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and interest in quality improvement, research and teaching.
• Experience with ECMO.
• Experience with care of the pediatric surgical and trauma patient.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application must contain a CV and cover letter. References will be requested when contacted for an interview. For additional information, you may contact search committee chair, Anjali Subbaswamy, M.D. .

Please apply by 3/6/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.