About The Position

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (UW SMPH) is recruiting an exceptional Head & Neck Surgeon-Scientist to join the Division of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. We are looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions as demonstrated through training, research, execution of scholarly activities, and/or practice experience. This position involves joining a busy division of 5 head & neck surgeons who perform all aspects of ablative, robotic, and reconstructive surgery with tremendous opportunities for growth in all arms of the academic mission.

Requirements

  • Eligibility or certification in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (ABOHNS) or by the American Osteopathic Boards of Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery (AOBOOHNS) prior to the appointment start date.
  • Completion of, or current participation in, an American Head & Neck Society accredited fellowship or its equivalent by the appointment start date.
  • WI medical license by start date of position.
  • Eligibility for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by start date.
  • MD or DO, or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in ablative oncologic surgery, local & regional reconstructive techniques, microvascular free flap reconstruction, and trans-oral robotic surgery (TORS).
  • For appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on tenure track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the UW Divisional Committee guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the tenure track.

Responsibilities

  • Develop an original or transfer an existing, high-quality research program.
  • Achieve independent and extramurally supported funding in an area relevant to the sub-specialty of head & neck oncologic surgery.
  • Lead and conduct research activities that develop coherent and impactful lines of basic, clinical, translational, or health sciences research.
  • Provide clinical care for patients with complex head & neck malignancies.
  • Work collaboratively and inclusively within and across related fields including radiation oncology, medical oncology and with colleagues within the division and department.
  • Participate in occasional otolaryngology on-call and regional outreach.
  • Contribute to the education of medical students, resident physicians, and fellows in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
  • Be an active participant in regional and national professional associations.
  • Take on leadership opportunities within the department and institution if qualified and interested.

Benefits

  • Generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Competitive insurances and savings accounts
  • Retirement benefits
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