Academic Epileptologist - Open Rank

American Society for Experimental Neurotherapeutics; Mobile, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health at the University of South Alabama seeks an academic epileptologist at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to join the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program.

The role includes providing patient care, contributing to clinical research, and educating the next generation of neurologists in a supportive, collegial environment with a productive, competitive base salary.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Neurology and fellowship training in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology by ABPN is required (for US-trained applicants).
• Board certification or board eligibility in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology is preferred.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), EEG laboratory, and outpatient epilepsy clinic.
• Teach and mentor neurology residents and medical students.
• Participate in clinical research and scholarly activities.

Skills

Neurology

Epilepsy

Clinical Neurophysiology

Education

MD/DO

ACGME Neurology Residency

Epilepsy/Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship

Job description

The University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine and USA Health are seeking an academic epileptologist at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

This is an exceptional opportunity to build a rewarding academic career within our

Comprehensive Epilepsy Program while providing comprehensive patient care, contributing to clinical research, and educating the next generation of neurologists.

Position Highlights

• Practice at our NAEC-accredited Level 4 Epilepsy Center with a comprehensive surgical epilepsy program.
• Provide coverage for the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, EEG laboratory, and outpatient epilepsy clinic.
• Learn and apply advanced techniques, including EEG source imaging, alongside experienced faculty.
• Participate in multidisciplinary epilepsy surgery conferences to evaluate treatment options, including stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), deep brain stimulation, radiofrequency ablation, and surgical resection.
• Teach and mentor neurology residents and medical students.
• Participate in clinical research and other scholarly activities.
• Join a collegial and supportive environment in which your contributions are valued.
• Receive a competitive base salary with a productivity-based incentive.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Neurology and fellowship training in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology.
• For applicants who completed their training in the United States, board certification or board eligibility in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology is required.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology is preferred.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the state of Alabama.
• Academic rank and appointment will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

About USA Health

USA Health is the leading academic health system along the upper Gulf Coast. Through its partnership with the University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine, USA Health integrates patient care, medical education, and research to advance medicine throughout the region.

The health system includes USA Health University Hospital, USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital, USA Health Providence Hospital, and the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, as well as physician practices and specialty care locations across the Gulf Coast. As an academic physician, the successful candidate will help advance USA Health’s mission of helping people lead longer, better lives while educating future healthcare professionals and contributing to innovative research and treatments.

Learn more at usahealthsystem.com.

About Mobile

Mobile is a historic Gulf Coast port city offering a rich cultural heritage, an affordable cost of living, and easy access to beautiful white-sand beaches. The area features parks, rivers, and miles of hiking and biking trails.

Mobile provides a family-friendly environment with excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and attractions for all ages. Its convenient location and access to nearby airports also make regional and national travel easy. Contact

For additional information or to express interest, please contact:

Juan G. Ochoa, MD [e-mail]