Director of Audiology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Minnesota - Umphysicians

Director of Audiology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is searching for an assistant/associate/full professor level candidate to lead its Audiology program. We are searching for a candidate with a demonstrated track record of clinical excellence and academic productivity. The successful candidate will provide clinical audiology leadership in a multi-subspecialty Audiology program which is well integrated into the clinical and research mission of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

It is expected that the candidate will develop a clinical practice in their area of expertise.  It is also expected that the candidate will develop a research program.  Interaction and collaboration with the department’s basic and translational scientists is also desired where possible.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and academic leadership in audiology to audiology practitioners at MHealth Fairview and Otolaryngology faculty, focusing on the Division of Otology and Neurotology.
• Assume clinical leadership responsibilities in collaboration with the Neurotology Division Chief, and in partnership with the administrative dyad partner from MHealth Fairview Audiology leadership.
• Develop new clinical programs to ensure that the University of Minnesota remains in the forefront in diagnostic and treatment options.
• Responsible for on-going competency and clinical training of audiology practitioners.
• Bring visibility to established clinical programs in cochlear implantation and skull base surgery, and develop a tertiary care practice in vestibular disorders.
• Academic responsibilities will include teaching residents, fellows, medical students as well as audiology practicum students and externs.
• Initiate and maintain a research program focused on one or more areas of audiology, such as vestibular research, clinical neurophysiology, or cochlear implants.
• Provide expertise and support for resident and fellow research in the area of expertise.
• Where appropriate, initiate proposals for external funding.

Minimum Qualifications

• We are seeking an individual with an academic doctorate in Audiology or Hearing Science in addition to a professional degree (e.g.  MA/MS + PhD or AuD + PhD).
• We are seeking an individual with a track record in a medical setting with demonstrated effective interaction and collaboration with physician colleagues.
• The successful candidate must have experience as a clinical provider in one or more areas of audiology and/or vestibular sciences.
• Possess strong communication skills and a proven track record to lead colleagues.
• Possess or be able to obtain Audiology licensure in Minnesota.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of being successful in program development.
• Evidence of ability to develop a cohesive clinical team.
• Experience in mentoring students and trainees.
• Active external funding is not a must, but is highly desirable, as are evidence of training and experience in seeking and/or successfully obtaining external funding.
• National and international recognition is also desirable.