About the Department

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals

Position Duties

Administration                                                                                                          10%

1. Assist in the administrative functions of the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery working with the Chair to develop systems of supervision and evaluation of residents and medical students.
2. Help develop specialized clinics related to the field of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, where appropriate, in conjunction with the School of Medicine.

Teaching                                                                                                                     20%

1. Provide a role model as a teacher in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
2. Develop teaching modules in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
3. Assist with methods for students, residents in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, and other residents rotating through Otolaryngology.
4. Develop and implement programs in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery for National distribution.
5. Participate in the development and implementation of Continuing Medical Education (CME) Programs.
6. Provide education to SIU-School of Medicine faculty, nurses, and allied health workers when requested.
7. Participate in education forums such as Morbidity and Mortality Conference, Journal Club, and other standing didactic lectures related to subspecialty.

Research                                                                                                                     5%

1. Supervises and participates in research appropriate to field of interest related to Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. 
2. Promote research and scholarly activities within the Department by example and encouragement.

IV.  Service                                                                                                                  65%

1. Set an example as a highly skilled and conscientious practitioner of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery with a practice style that is balanced with self-education and other academic activities which will provide an example to future practitioners of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
2. Maintain a practice of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery in order to continue clinical proficiency.
3. Provide a role model as a practitioner for faculty, house officers, students and fellow practitioners.
4. Attend National meetings, symposia and committees related to Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
5. Present papers and lectures at meetings of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery or related fields.
6. Serve on committees where appropriate of National, Regional and State societies pertaining to Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
7. Represent the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery on committees as requested by the Chair of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations. 
2. MD licensure in the State of Illinois, or the ability to obtain.
3. Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
4. Successful completion of Fellowship Program in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
5. Possess competency in all areas of Otolaryngology.
6. Demonstrate an interest in undergraduate and residency training