Madison, WI – Comprehensive Otolaryngologist (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)
The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (UW SMPH) is recruiting an exceptional board certified or board eligible otolaryngologist to join the Department as a Comprehensive Otolaryngologist. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals committed to clinical excellence, academic advancement, and collaborative patient care. We are looking for applicants with early career interest or a track record in one of more of the following areas: surgical education, mentorship, quality improvement, multidisciplinary complex care, regional clinical outreach, or global outreach.
This position involves joining a burgeoning Division of Comprehensive Otolaryngology with tremendous opportunities for growth clinically and in all arms of the academic mission.
Clinical resources and opportunities include:
- Primary practice locations will include the state-of-the art UW Health Eastpark Medical Center, the UW Health One South Park Street Clinic, UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital (a partner of UW Health), and the Madison Surgery Center, all located in Madison, WI. The Division is supported by nationally recognized speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
- Faculty in the Division of Comprehensive Otolaryngology provide full-spectrum surgical care for adult and pediatric patients, and also have developed clinical niches within the field including advanced sleep surgery and endoscopic surgery.
- Academic opportunities include training and mentorship of medical students and residents, as well as the potential to develop an independent research program in the candidate‘s area of interest and expertise. Competitive research startup funding is available.
- Applicants for this full-time position will be considered for the following titles Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor, Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), and Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
The Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at UW SMPH
In 1930, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (Oto-HNS) was added as a division within the University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery. In 2025, after decades of growth and achievement, Oto-HNS became an independent department within the School of Medicine and Public Health.
The Department of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery (DOHS) includes seven divisions: Comprehensive Otolaryngology, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery, Laryngology, Otology and Neurotology, Pediatric Otolaryngology and Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery. We provide a full range of state-of-the-art specialized tertiary and quaternary care for adults and children throughout the Midwest. Ongoing clinical trials have recruited from across the country.
The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck surgery is led by Department Chair, Dr. Sandra Lin. Dr. David Upton leads the Division of Comprehensive Otolaryngology.
Required Qualifications
Prior to the appointment start date, candidate’s specialization must include eligibility or certification in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (ABOHNS) or by the American Osteopathic Boards of Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery (AOBOOHNS)
WI medical license by appointment start date.
Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by appointment start date.
TO APPLY
Visit jobs.wisc.edu and search: JR10010043
Submit an updated CV and a Cover Letter that covers the following prompts:
- Your interest in this position
- Your experience and clinical interest(s) within Otolaryngology
- Area(s) of research interest, if any
The deadline for assuring full consideration is May 14, 2026, however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
CONTACT
KJ Ellis, Faculty Recruiter
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
kj.ellis@wisc.edu