Tenure-Track Faculty Position - Hearing & Vestibular Research

Position Information: Position/Rank Position/Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position – Hearing & Vestibular Research Department City City Salt Lake City, UT Track New Position to Begin New Position to Begin Summer/Fall 2026 Details Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine | University of Utah The Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at any rank focused on hearing and vestibular research. A focus of cochlear implant research is preferred. This recruitment reflects the department’s strategic investment in translational auditory and balance science and its commitment to deep interdisciplinary collaboration with engineering and communication sciences and disorders.

Position Overview: We seek a PhD-level investigator with an established, externally funded research program in hearing loss, cochlear implants, auditory neuroscience, vestibular function, or related neural interface technologies. The successful candidate will play a central role in growing and leading a multidisciplinary research program that bridges engineering innovation with clinical otology and neurotology. This position is ideal for a scientist whose work integrates basic discovery, engineering-driven solutions, and translational relevance, with the goal of improving diagnosis, treatment, and restoration of hearing and balance function.

Key Responsibilities: Establish, lead, and expand an independent research program focused on auditory and/or vestibular science. Develop sustained collaborations with other departments, including the Department of Biomedical Engineering and related campus institutes to advance auditory/vestibular research. Partner with clinician–scientists in Otolaryngology- HNS to translate discoveries into clinical trials, devices, and improved patient outcomes. Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty. Contribute to the department’s national and international reputation in hearing and vestibular research. Collaborative Environment The University of Utah offers an exceptional interdisciplinary research ecosystem. The Department of Biomedical Engineering is among the nation’s most established programs and maintains strong integration with the health sciences. Faculty benefit from access to: Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute Sorenson Molecular Biotechnology Building Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research Institute A highly collaborative clinical otology and neurotology program within Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Joint appointments and cross-departmental collaborations are strongly supported and encouraged.

Qualifications: PhD (or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Physiology, Audiology, or a related field Established record of extramural research funding ( NIH R01 or equivalent) Strong publication record in hearing, vestibular, or neural interface research Demonstrated ability to build collaborative, interdisciplinary research programs Commitment to mentorship, innovation, and inclusive academic excellence Rank & Compensation Appointment commensurate with experience and qualifications Competitive start-up package, protected research time, and access to shared research infrastructure Opportunities for joint appointments, leadership roles, and industry/entrepreneurial engagement Why Utah The University of Utah is a research-intensive institution with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and translation. The department is committed to building a nationally recognized program in hearing and vestibular science, leveraging cross-departmental partnerships to drive discovery and clinical impact. Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery University of Utah School of Medicine Salt Lake City, Utah 84112 Phone: (801) 585-5450

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