Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery | Little Rock, Arkansas
The UAMS Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery is recruiting a full-time, fellowship-trained Neurotologist / Skull Base Surgeon to join and help grow a comprehensive academic neurotology and skull base program.
This opportunity combines clinical excellence, program building, education, and research in a collegial academic environment. Both established clinical experts and clinician-scientists are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, based on experience and qualifications.
Why UAMS?
UAMS is Arkansas' academic health center and serves as a major tertiary referral destination for the region. It is also the only tertiary academic skull base program in the state. The Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery provides comprehensive subspecialty care across UAMS Medical Center, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System.
The successful candidate will join an established otology and hearing program with:
- Adult and pediatric otology and neurotology
- Cochlear implantation and hearing restoration
- Comprehensive audiology and balance services
- Complex ear and lateral skull base surgery
- Dedicated temporal bone laboratory
- Strong resident and medical student education
- Extensive multidisciplinary clinical resources
A major strength of this opportunity is the ability to work closely with an expanding UAMS skull base neurosurgery program, with opportunities to further develop multidisciplinary care for vestibular schwannoma, temporal bone and skull base tumors, CSF disorders, and other complex cranial base pathology.
Build Your Academic Career
UAMS welcomes candidates with interests in clinical excellence, skull base surgery, cochlear implantation, hearing restoration, vestibular disorders, clinical trials, translational research, hearing science, outcomes research, resident education, and program development.
Candidates interested in leadership and developing a distinctive clinical or research program are particularly encouraged to apply.
Compensation and Recruitment Package
Annual salary: $409,000-$600,000, based on academic rank and qualifications.
UAMS offers a competitive recruitment package, including clinical incentives, comprehensive faculty benefits, academic advancement opportunities, program-development support, and relocation assistance as appropriate.
Why Little Rock?
Little Rock offers a combination of career opportunities and quality of life. Faculty enjoy short commutes, attractive neighborhoods, excellent restaurants, a growing arts and cultural scene, and access to outdoor recreation, including the Arkansas River Trail, Pinnacle Mountain, hiking, cycling, and boating.
The department offers a welcoming, collaborative culture where faculty can make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of the program.
Come Build with Us
For a neurotologist who wants to develop an academic identity, build a multidisciplinary skull base program, and provide advanced care to patients across the region, UAMS offers a remarkable opportunity.
Please contact me with questions or to discuss this opportunity. I would also be happy to meet with you at the AAO-HNS Annual Meeting.
Gresham T. Richter, MD, FACS, FAAP
Professor and Chair of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Hamlen and Siebert Endowed Chair in Pediatric Otolaryngology
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Email: gtrichter@uams.edu
Phone: 501-951-4802