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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Faculty Recruitment

Established in 1904, the U-M Medical School Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery is one of the oldest in the country with a rich history of excellence in clinical care, research and medical education.

We have almost 60 clinical and basic science faculty along with 6 fellows and 27 residents. 

Why Join U-M Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery?

Consistently ranked among the best in the country for clinical care and medical education, we encourage and support our faculty to find a balance of clinical (if applicable), research and other professional activities that allow them to thrive and grow in their career.

Our Kresge Hearing Research Institute brings together a diverse and dedicated community of scientists and physicians. Through basic science and translational research, we work to advance understanding of hearing and balance in both health and disease.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, and Ann Arbor offers a unique blend of city sophistication and small-town charm with a diverse population. There are many indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities in and around the city, a vibrant food scene, and a wide range of events throughout the year.

Open Positions

Clinical Faculty–Comprehensive Otolaryngology

The University of Michigan Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery has an outstanding opportunity for board-certified/eligible comprehensive otolaryngologists to join our faculty group who will practice full-time at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow (UMH-Sparrow) in Lansing, Michigan. UMH-Sparrow is a Level 1 trauma center and 700+ bed tertiary-care hospital in the state's capital city. We are seeking individuals with the skills and experience to practice the full scope of contemporary comprehensive otolaryngology. Candidates should also have experience and interest in maxillofacial trauma.

Michigan Medicine offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Faculty rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications. We seek to recruit and retain a vibrant and varied workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve all citizens of the State of Michigan. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants.

Required Qualifications

  • M.D. or D.O. degree 
  • Board-certified/eligible in otolaryngology
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan.
  • Evidence of clinical competence is expected. Evidence of scholarly ability (publications in peer-reviewed journals, acquisition of external funding, presentation of research at national meetings) and competence in teaching is also expected.  

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and references to [email protected]

Please address materials to:

Mark E P Prince, M.D. FRCS(C) 
Charles J Krause M.D., Collegiate Professor and Chair
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Clinical Faculty–Laryngology

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan has an outstanding opportunity for a board certified/eligible fellowship trained laryngologist to join our well-established and collegial multidisciplinary laryngology program. We are seeking an individual with skills and experience to practice the full scope of contemporary laryngology, with particular aptitude and interest in open and endoscopic airway techniques strongly desired. In addition to requisite clinical skills and acumen, candidates must have demonstrated commitment to an academic career, including teaching and defined areas of scholarly interest. The University of Michigan is located in culturally rich and vibrant Ann Arbor, a community known for its walkability, parks, and nearby lakes and rivers.

Michigan Medicine offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Faculty rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications. We seek to recruit and retain a vibrant and varied workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve all citizens of the State of Michigan. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants.

Required Qualifications

  • M.D. or D.O. degree 
  • Board-certified/eligible in otolaryngology
  • Successful completion of a fellowship in laryngology
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan.
  • Evidence of clinical competence is expected. Evidence of scholarly ability (publications in peer-reviewed journals, acquisition of external funding, presentation of research at national meetings) and competence in teaching is also expected.   

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and references to [email protected]

Please address materials to:

Mark E P Prince, M.D. FRCS(C) 
Charles J Krause M.D., Collegiate Professor and Chair
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Clinical Faculty–Pediatric Otolaryngology

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan has an outstanding opportunity for a board certified/eligible oOtolaryngologist with fellowship training or equivalent experience in pediatric otolaryngology. We are seeking an individual with skills and experience to practice the full scope of contemporary pediatric otolaryngology. This candidate must have a strong commitment to an academic career, including teaching and a defined area of scholarly interest.  The University of Michigan is located in culturally rich and thriving Ann Arbor, a community known for its walkability, parks, and nearby lakes and rivers.

Michigan Medicine offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Faculty rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications. We seek to recruit and retain a vibrant and varied workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve all citizens of the State of Michigan. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants.

Required Qualifications

  • M.D. or D.O. degree 
  • Board-certified/eligible in otolaryngology
  • Successful completion of a fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan.
  • Evidence of clinical competence is expected. Evidence of scholarly ability (publications in peer-reviewed journals, acquisition of external funding, presentation of research at national meetings) and competence in teaching is also expected.  

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and references to [email protected]

Please address materials to:

Mark E P Prince, M.D. FRCS(C) 
Charles J Krause M.D., Collegiate Professor and Chair
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Clinical Faculty–Rhinology

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan has an outstanding opportunity for a board certified/eligible fellowship trained rhinologist to join our multi-disciplinary Rhinology and Cranial Base program. We are seeking an individual with skills and experience to practice the full scope of contemporary medical and surgical rhinology. The successful candidate will support inflammatory disease and benign tumors, our multidisciplinary program for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia and be a member of our collaborative multidisciplinary team for the management of sinonasal and anterior skull base tumors. 

In addition to requisite clinical skills and acumen, candidates must have demonstrated commitment to an academic career, including teaching and defined areas of scholarly interest. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and a commitment to collaboration. The University of Michigan is located in culturally rich and vibrant Ann Arbor, a community known for its walkability, parks, and nearby lakes and rivers.

Michigan Medicine offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Faculty rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications. We seek to recruit and retain a vibrant and varied workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve all citizens of the State of Michigan. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants.

Required Qualifications

  • M.D. or D.O. degree 
  • Board-certified/eligible in otolaryngology
  • Successful completion of a fellowship in rhinology
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan.
  • Evidence of clinical competence is expected. Evidence of scholarly ability (publications in peer-reviewed journals, acquisition of external funding, presentation of research at national meetings) and competence in teaching is also expected.   

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and references to [email protected]

Please address materials to:

Mark E P Prince, M.D. FRCS(C) 
Charles J Krause M.D., Collegiate Professor and Chair
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Research Faculty–Kresge Hearing Research Institute (Tenure Track)

Applications are being considered for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Kresge Hearing Research Institute and the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. We are seeking exceptional scientists to establish vigorous independent research programs, form productive collaborations and promote translation of their research in a diverse and inclusive environment. 

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree and will have research interests relevant to auditory and vestibular function broadly defined, including the development, function and pathologies of the auditory and vestibular systems, from peripheral to central. Candidates performing human, animal and/or computational research are encouraged to apply. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants.

How to Apply

Please submit a current CV and a 2-3 page description of research interests and future directions, as well as 3-5 reference letters. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be sent to the KHRI search committee at: [email protected].    

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