Assistant Professor

StartupNWA; Arkansas; On-site; USD 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education discount

Life insurance

Career training

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery seeks a fellowship-trained Head and Neck Surgeon to join its growing academic practice. The role involves comprehensive patient care, teaching residents, and active clinical research.

Responsibilities include multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and scholarly activity, with opportunities for leadership within the department. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits included.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Residency completed in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.
• Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology completed.
• Board certified or eligible in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage head and neck diseases, benign and malignant.
• Perform head and neck surgeries within trained scope.
• Collaborate with oncology, pathology, radiology, and other teams.
• Participate in tumor boards and quality-improvement activities.
• Educate and supervise residents, fellows, and students.
• Support clinical call coverage and other duties.
• Contribute to research, presentations, publications, and academia.
• Engage in departmental, institutional and professional services.

Skills

Clinical collaboration

Resident education

Scholarly activity

Education

MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree

Residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

Board certification or eligibility in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

Job description

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All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Closing Date: 11/09/2026

Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure

Job Type: Regular

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Department: COM | Otolaryngology Faculty

Summary of Job Duties

The UAMS Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery is seeking a fellowship-trained Head and Neck Surgeon to join its growing academic practice. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for adults with benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. This faculty position also offers opportunities to educate residents and medical students, participate in clinical research, and contribute to the department’s academic mission.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of an accredited residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.
• Successful completion of fellowship training in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology.
• Board certified or board eligible in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with benign and malignant diseases of the head and neck.
• Perform head and neck surgical procedures consistent with the physician’s training, experience, and clinical privileges.
• Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, speech pathology, and other specialties to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor conferences and departmental quality-improvement activities.
• Educate and supervise residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical and surgical settings.
• Participate in departmental call coverage and other clinical responsibilities as assigned.
• Support scholarly activity through clinical research, presentations, publications, and other academic contributions.
• Participate in departmental, institutional, and professional service activities.

Salary Information: commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Curriculum Vitae

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

No Background Check Required. This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Feeling, Repetitive Motion, Standing

Frequent Physical Activity

Grasping, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible: Yes