Chair, Head & Neck Surgery – Academic Leader

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 900,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA invites applications for the Chair of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery. The Chair will provide strategic leadership across clinical care, education, research, and community engagement, overseeing operations, faculty recruitment, mentorship, and program development.

The successful candidate will join UCLA as a nationally recognized Otolaryngologist–Head & Neck Surgeon, with responsibilities spanning education, research, and service, and will have the

Qualifications

• MD degree or equivalent; eligible for California medical licensure.
• Board certification in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
• Academic leadership and mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to advance clinical care, education, research, and community engagement for the Department of Head and Neck Surgery.
• Develop and execute the department's mission across education, research, and patient care, including faculty recruitment and performance improvement.
• Foster an inclusive, multidisciplinary culture and collaborate with UCLA Health leadership to ensure high-quality care and operational excellence.

Job description

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA invites applications for the Chair of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery. The Chair will provide strategic leadership across clinical care, education, research, and community engagement, overseeing operations, faculty recruitment, mentorship, and program development.

The successful candidate will join UCLA as a nationally recognized Otolaryngologist–Head & Neck Surgeon, with responsibilities spanning education, research, and service, and will have the