Academic Neurotologist (Open Rank)

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Job Site; South Valley (NM); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s School of Medicine invites applications for an Academic Neurotologist (Open Rank). This position emphasizes clinical care in otology/neurotology, teaching medical students and residents, and active involvement in research and scholarly activity.

Ideal candidates will have MD or equivalent, board certification in Otolaryngology with Neurotology credentials or eligibility, and eligibility for Texas medical licensure.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree with Board Certification in Otolaryngology.
• Must be eligible for Texas Medical License and able to hold a faculty appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for otology/neurotology surgery patients.
• Teach medical students and residents in an academic setting.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication

Teaching

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification Otolaryngology

Texas Medical License

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

• *Date of Birth
• *Social Security Number
• *Gender
• *Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview

Title Information

Faculty Title

Job Class Code

FLSA

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number FRGV1522

Working Title

Working Title Academic Neurotologist (Open Rank)

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Division/Organization

Division/Organization Division of Health Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position 1 year

FTE

FTE 1

Scope of Job

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine ( UTRGV SOM ) Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery is recruiting a Neurotologist. Responsibilities will include clinical care for surgery patients and teaching of medical students and residents. Interest in lateral skull base surgery and adult otology/neurotology is desired. A track record of academic productivity is required, as the candidate will be involved actively in the research and academic mission of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

MD degree or equivalent with Board Certification in Otolaryngology or Board Eligible and board eligible or certified in Neurotology. Must possess or be eligible for a Texas Medical License. Must be qualified to hold a faculty appointment in the Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at UTRGV SOM and appropriate hospital staff appointments.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology or Board Eligible and board eligible or certified in Neurotology. Must possess or be eligible for a Texas Medical License.

Preferred Qualifications

The successful candidate should have a proven record of clinical excellence, experience in an educational environment, and outstanding communication skills. Demonstration of strong commitment to the education of residents and medical students is essential.

License or Certification Required?

License or Certification Required? Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 10/02/2023

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Open Date

Open Date 08/29/2023

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Gender
• Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview

Please Note

Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.