The Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University invites applications for a full-time Otolaryngologist specializing in Ablative and Reconstructive surgery. The successful candidate must have an MD or equivalent and have specialty certification in Otolaryngology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, be eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario, and have completed training in or developed a focus of expertise that would be complimentary to the department’s academic environment. Specifically:

1. Fellowship training in head and neck oncology and reconstruction
2. Experience treating patients with endocrine disorders, salivary gland disorders, head and neck cancer and complex head and neck reconstruction
3. Experience performing head and neck ablation and microvascular reconstruction.
4. A strong interest in teaching and collaboration within the Department to expand and enhance clinical teaching.
5. A keen interest in academic medicine including research, and teaching at the undergraduate and post graduate levels.
6. The ability to collaborate effectively with all other members of the health care team and department staff.
7. Advanced training in a discipline complementary to the academic mission of the department having shown success in research publications in the area of head and neck oncology or relevant research area.

This is a hospital/university position with an academic rank, remuneration, and contractual arrangements commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will be a Clinician Teacher or Clinician Researcher and hold a Full-Time Limited Term Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, or a Continuing Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, depending upon experience and qualifications at the time of appointment.

The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University is one of Canada’s preeminent medical and dental schools. Established in 1881, it was one of the founding schools of Western University and is known for being the birthplace of family medicine in Canada. For more than 130 years, the School has demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and a passion for scientific discovery. Throughout its history, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has helped educate generations of physicians, dentists, scholars, and scientists whose collective work has transformed the practice of medicine and dentistry, here in Canada and around the world. Faculty, students, and alumni continue to fulfill their responsibilities as global leaders by sharing their knowledge and expertise for the benefit of all.

The London Health Sciences Centre Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Program serves a catchment area of more than 1.5 million residents in Southwestern Ontario. The regional service also provides tertiary and quaternary level care to patients from other regions of the Province and plays an essential role in the support of several other regional programs. The Department Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery is heavily involved in undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing medical education programs at a high level. The applicant would be joining five other fellowship trained head and neck surgical oncologists.

Western University is located in London, Ontario, with a metropolitan census of 530,000. London boasts an extensive educational and health care community, including three teaching hospitals, two research institutes, an Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) node, and an academic health sciences network across Southwestern Ontario. With full-time enrollment of 32,000, Western graduates are students from a range of academic and professional programs. Details about Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry may be found at www.schulich.uwo.ca; Western University at www.uwo.ca; London Health Sciences Centre at www.lhsc.on.ca; and St. Joseph’s Health Care at https://www.sjhc.london.on.ca/

Successful applicants will be integrated into the teaching, research, and clinical care activities of the Department of Otolaryngology.

Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of a successful applicant and their families.

Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience and will be composed primarily of the following sources: fee for service, alternate funding plan and academic support.

Applicants are invited to forward a Letter of Interest/Statement of Academic Qualifications, Curriculum Vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees in PDF format to:

Scott McKinnon
Manager, Administration & Finance
Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
268 Grosvenor Street, London Ontario N6A 4V2
[email protected]

Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin after August 7, 2025 with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2025 or as negotiated. This application will remain open until the position is filled.

Please ensure that the form available at:
http://uwo.ca/facultyrelations/physicians/Application_FullTime_Clinical.pdf is completed and included in your application.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the policies and protocols of the applicable affiliated institutions.

Business Addresses:
Western University, 1151 Richmond Street, N., London, Ontario N6A 5B8, www.uwo.ca
London Health Sciences Centre, 800 Commissioners Road E., London Ontario, N6A 5W9, www.lhsc.on.ca
St. Joseph’s Health Care London, 268 Grosvenor Street, London Ontario, N6A 4V2, www.sjhc.london.on.ca

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact [email protected]

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