Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and references to the following email address:  Oto-HNOP-Applicants@med.umich.edu

Applications are being considered for a full-time, instructional/tenure track position in the Head and Neck Oncology Program (HNOP) and the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School. The successful candidate will have a strong research background with a track record of extramural funding and hold a doctoral degree in biological sciences, cancer biology, or a related field.  A particular focus of this search is on candidates who are interested in cell and molecular biology, immunology, host-microbiome and /or metabolomics-based research aligned with the Head and Neck Oncology Program. HNOP fosters active engagement and collaboration geared towards development and application of biomarker and/or therapeutic strategies at the Rogel Cancer Center at University of Michigan.  Specifically, the focus will be on developing and implementing mouse model and/or cell-based methodologies to study biological models and clinical specimens (e.g. patient-derived organoids) that include, but are not limited to, CRISPR and small molecule-based high-throughput screens as well as single cell and spatial sequencing, proteomic and/or imaging-based investigations. 

The faculty position is within the vibrant and highly interactive research environment of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and resides within the very strong and collegial research community of the University of Michigan.  Candidates being considered for this position will be expected to work within a team-based head and neck research program and to support the training and education of multiple learners working in the laboratory environment, including graduate students, post-docs and residents.  We are seeking exceptional scientists to establish vigorous independent research programs, form productive collaborations and promote translation of their research. 

We have an excellent benefits and compensation package. 

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or MD/PhD degree in biological sciences, cancer biology, or a related field and will have research interests relevant to cell and molecular biology aligned with the Head and Neck Oncology Program.  Experience with mouse modeling and/or bioinformatics is desired. Excellent candidates with other research programs/focus relevant for head and neck cancer will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Please submit a current CV, a letter of interest describing your research interests and future directions, and three to five reference letters.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position may be filled at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with or without tenure as well as at the Professor with tenure level, depending on the qualifications of the candidate. 

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.