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Posted: 30-Sep-25
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 1064374
The Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences (www.headnecksurgery.duke.edu) at Duke University is seeking a fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon to lead the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology as the Division Chief. We are seeking a candidate at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor with strong credentials for academic leadership, and a vision for leading a nationally ranked division recognized for its high-quality clinical care, innovative research, and the training of future leaders in the field. Competitive applicants should therefore possess a strong commitment to clinical care, education, and innovation.
This is a unique opportunity to join a world-class academic health system dedicated to providing the best clinical care and outcomes for all children. Located in a region undergoing rapid population growth, Duke Health is partnering with UNC Health to establish the North Carolina Children?s Hospital https://corporate.dukehealth.org/news/unc-health-duke-health-partner-build-ncs-first-stand-alone-childrens-hospital. The next Chief of Pediatric OHNS will therefore shape not just subspecialty care at Duke Health, but will also have the opportunity to be part of the leadership team that launches one of the largest children?s hospital in the United States.
The Chief will lead the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology to further expand its clinical footprint in a manner that supports the use of advanced surgical options, promotes access for all through growth and innovative delivery models, and pursues pediatric multidisciplinary care of the highest quality.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will be an outstanding academic leader and respected clinician with a record of academic productivity and demonstrated ability to effectively inspire, lead, and mentor. The following personal qualities,professional qualifications, and experience are expected:
- Ability to develop a collaborative vision, with a record of successfully implementing new initiatives that advance the field of Otolaryngology.
- Experience with leadership and management of financial and other resources.
- Demonstrated experience in recruiting, retaining, and mentoring top faculty and students.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that build and maintain trust with faculty, staff, administration, trainees, and all other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing and actively promoting inclusion and health equity.
- Qualified for Associate or Full Professor Rank.
- National recognition as an academic leader in the field.
- Outstanding academic credentials.
- Experience within the academic medical center setting and working with a culturally diverse population.
- An uncompromising commitment to excellence in research and education.
- Experience leading a faculty group.
The Research Triangle Park is a globally prominent hub for high-tech research and development. Conceived around three major universities in Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh, the region attracts and fosters cultural diversity, economic resilience, and is nationally recognized as a great place to live and work. To learn more about the Duke and Greater Triangle communities, visit: http://community.duke.edu/
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