Neonatologist

Children's Hospital of Michigan, a nationally ranked and historic pediatric institution, is seeking a Neonatology faculty member to join its well-established division. This academic position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a Level IV regional NICU and a Level III NICU within the Detroit Medical Center system. The role provides protected research time, intramural funding for junior faculty, and a strong mentorship program, ideal for building a meaningful clinical and academic career.

Practice Info

• Neonatology faculty position within the Detroit Medical Center system (CHM + HWH)
• CHM Level IV regional perinatal center: 45-bed private-room NICU, average daily census of 37
• Advanced capabilities including neonatal ECMO, congenital heart surgery, 6-bed NeuroNICU, HFOV, jet ventilators, and active cooling transport
• HWH Level III: 45-bed NICU with high-risk MFM program and Special Care Nursery
• Fetal Assessment Clinic and Fetal Care Center providing multidisciplinary prenatal counseling
• Multidisciplinary developmental follow-up program (neuropsychologist, dietitian, PM&R)

Responsibilities

• Teaching and mentoring responsibilities with 25+ pediatric residents annually, plus fellows and medical students
• Active participation in QI initiatives and basic science, clinical translational, or clinical research

Compensation

• Compensation and academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Protected research/administrative time commensurate with funding
• Intramural research funding available during first 5 years of appointment
• Clinical Research Institute support: infrastructure and dedicated personnel

Benefits

• Strong junior faculty mentorship program
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Shift & Schedule

• Alternative nocturnist track available (~10 night calls/month, 15 hours each)
• Night and weekend call expected

Requirements

• MD, DO, or MD/PhD required
• Board certified or board eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Strong interest in education and research
• Open to visa sponsorship