For inquiries, contact Karl Desch, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, at kdesch@med.umich.edu or 734-763-4109.

The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Michigan is recruiting a faculty neonatologist to join our team at C.S. Mott Children?s Hospital at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. It offers on-site clinics and inpatient care with nationally ranked specialty teams from C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor, one of the nation?s premier academic medical centers. This is a full-time clinical position that combines high-acuity community neonatology with the benefits of a University of Michigan faculty appointment, including access to academic resources, teaching, and statewide collaboration.

The UMH-Sparrow NICU includes a 35-bed Level III unit and a 12-bed Special Care Nursery, with an annual census of approximately 700-800 admissions. The Associate Medical Director will join a strong interdisciplinary team and serve as a key partner in aligning clinical care, protocols, and performance metrics across UMH-Sparrow and Michigan Medicine's broader neonatal network.

About the Role

•  Clinical care in Level III NICU (35 beds) and Special Care Nursery (12 beds)
•  Lead efforts in clinical oversight, QI, and education
•  Develop and implement clinical guidelines and protocols
•  Coordinate with nursing leadership and Mott faculty to align care models
• Serve as liaison with C.S. Mott Children's Hospital for shared care initiatives
• Oversee faculty development, onboarding, and NICU operations
• Optional service opportunities may be available at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor

Academic Affiliation

Includes a faculty appointment at the University of Michigan, with rank based on experience. Participation in teaching, quality improvement, and statewide collaboration is expected.

Ideal Candidates

•  Board-certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
•  Prior experience in NICU leadership or clinical administration preferred
•  Strong interest in QI, systems-based practice, and team development
• Additional training in healthcare administration, leadership, QI, or Med Ed a plus

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Note: This position is posted as Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Professor. Rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications.

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.