Faculty Physician- Head and Neck Surgeon- Assistant/Associate Professor (Academic/ Clinician Track)

About the Job

The University of Minnesota, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery welcomes applications for a full-time Assistant Professor on the academic or clinician track (track to be determined by qualification and interest).

Practice:
This individual will join the Head and Neck Surgery team, which currently includes four faculty Head & Neck Surgeons.  The team also works closely with Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Speech Pathology, Radiology, and PM & R.

Candidates will be expected to build a full-time Head & Neck Surgical practice.  The individual will provide clinical services at the University of Minnesota Medical Center/M Health and at Hennepin Healthcare. Candidates with a strong commitment to developing a clinical research program are encouraged to apply.
 

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ACGME Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency program.
• Completion of a Head & Neck Surgery/Microvascular Surgical fellowship or equivalent.
• American Board of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery 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.

About the Department

The University of Minnesota Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery 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 50 physicians providing the latest in 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

About the 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 ran