Scientist

University of Minnesota•Minneapolis, MN

10d•$320,000 - $589,490•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Minnesota, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery welcomes applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate/Professor on the academic or clinician track (rank to be determined by qualification and career stage). Candidates who are appropriately advanced in career will be considered for an existing endowed professorship. Practice: This individual will join a busy clinical practice which will be supported by an excellent audiology team, an NIH-funded Otopathology laboratory and prominent basic science colleagues. Candidates will be expected to build a full-time practice in neurotology. This will include collaboration with members of the Department of Neurosurgery through multi-disciplinary outpatient clinics and operative time for the management of lateral skull base lesions. The individual will provide clinical services at the University of Minnesota Medical Center/M Health. Candidates with a strong commitment to developing a clinical research program are encouraged to apply. The University of Minnesota Department of Otolaryngology has more than 130 years of history of treating patients, conducting research, and educating the next generation of otolaryngologists. The department is home to more than 40 physicians providing the highest quality patient care through the University of Minnesota Physicians - our clinical practice made up of more than 700 university doctors. Our physicians diagnose and treat a variety of ear, nose and throat problems - from the most common to the most complex. Most have special training or conduct research in an area of expertise. As members of the University of Minnesota Medical School community, our physicians regularly collaborate with colleagues in areas like pediatrics and oncology to provide the most advanced diagnostic and treatment options, as well as groundbreaking research opportunities. Our commitment to collaboration and innovation, coupled with the expertise of our physicians, allows us to support exceptional residency and fellowship training programs, attracting young physicians from around the nation and the world. To learn more about the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, please visit med.umn.edu/ent . The sponsoring institution will provide: An appropriate office-working environment Support staff and practice infrastructure A competitive salary and benefits package University of Minnesota Medical School Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery. The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud. M Health and Clinical Partnerships: University of Minnesota Physicians providers practice at affiliated locations under the University of Minnesota Health (M Health) shared care delivery system. M Health represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to create a nationally renowned academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system. This position is dually employed by the University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP) and will require a separate application in UMP's employment system .

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ACGME Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency program.
Completion of a Neurotology fellowship or equivalent.
American Board of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery eligible/certified.
Neurotology subspecialty board eligible/certified.
Enthusiasm for teaching residents, medical students and fellows.
Desire to work collaboratively with other specialties.
Enhancing the knowledge foundation of the specialty through regular engagement in clinical and/or basic science research.
Professionalism manifested by pro bono work and commitment to academic societies.
Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure.
Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in the State of Minnesota.
Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges.
Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of VISA category while in the United States.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional collaboration abilities with partners and staff.
Understands and places importance on patient care/service.
Detail oriented and self-motivated.
Education focused and a creative problem-solver

Responsibilities

Build a full-time practice in neurotology.
Collaboration with members of the Department of Neurosurgery through multi-disciplinary outpatient clinics and operative time for the management of lateral skull base lesions.
Provide clinical services at the University of Minnesota Medical Center/M Health.
Developing a clinical research program

Benefits

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area