Faculty - Neonatologist - Trinity Health Oakland Hospital
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About the role
How to Apply
For questions or referrals, contact:
Karl Desch, MD Associate Professor of Pediatrics,
Search Committee Chair Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine University of Michigan
734-763-4109
This position offers a unique blend of community-based clinical practice with the academic resources and collaborative environment of a leading medical institution.
Who We Are
- 29-bed Level III NICU (~320 admissions/year, ~2,000 deliveries/year)
- Weekday rounding by 2 neonatologists
- Night coverage by in-house NNPs; home call 1 week in 3
- In-person attendance for deliveries <28 weeks or as needed
- Consult in person or remotely with Michigan Medicine pediatric subspecialists
- Participate in QI, protocol development, and care model harmonization
- University of Michigan clinical faculty appointment
- Participation in academic activities including teaching and case reviews
- Collaboration with Michigan Medicine faculty across a statewide network
- C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, which is nationally ranked in all ten pediatric specialties, including Neonatology, by U.S. News and World Report for 2025-2026.
Our Impact
Join a collaborative neonatology team at Trinity Health Oakland Hospital (THO) in a community-based Level III NICU, with a University of Michigan faculty appointment. This is an ideal opportunity for neonatologists seeking a clinically focused role with academic involvement, strong interdisciplinary support, and access to a top-ranked children's hospital.
Required Qualifications*
- A clinically focused NICU role with academic connection
- A collegial, team-based care environment
- Opportunities to contribute to QI, education, and protocol development
- Geographic flexibility with institutional affiliation and support
Modes of Work
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.
Underfill Statement
Note: This position is posted as Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Professor. Rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications.
Background Screening
University of Michigan Health System 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.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
262151
Working Title
Faculty - Neonatologist - Trinity Health Oakland Hospital
Job Title
CLINICAL PROFESSOR
Work Location
Other MI Location
Pontiac, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Pediatrics-Neonatal Perinat
Posting Begin/End Date
1/14/2026 - 12/31/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
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