Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics Neurology

UI Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 216,000 - 326,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria seeks a Pediatric Neurologist for a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics. The role emphasizes clinical care for in-patients and out-patients, teaching, and scholarly activity aligned with the interests of the candidate.

The position includes opportunities for research, program development, and collaboration with clinical partners across OSF Saint Medical Center and related campuses.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or foreign medical degree required.
• Illinois licensure eligibility required.
• 2 years Pediatrics Residency and 3 years Pediatric Neurology Fellowship.
• BC/BE in Pediatrics and Neurology required.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute and ongoing consultative care to children with neurological conditions in hospital and outpatient settings.
• Teach medical students and residents in educational programs.
• Engage in collaborative research, quality improvement and advocacy activities.
• Participate in curriculum development and student counseling.
• Perform administrative and service duties as part of university faculty responsibilities.

Skills

Pediatric Neurology expertise

Clinical teaching

Research interest

Leadership experience

Education

MD/DO or foreign equivalent

BC/BE in Pediatrics and Neurology

Illinois licensure eligibility

Job description

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042788

Posting Close Date: 11/30/2026

Salary: $216,000 to $325,800 per year

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatric Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics

About The University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Peoria

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, along with OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois and Carle Hearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology, recognized for its strong commitment to research excellence, innovation, and academic impact.

Learn more about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helping to transform healthcare here: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/20791?c=uic.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Pediatric Neurologist will provide clinical services both in-patient and out-patient primarily at OSF Healthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois. They will be responsible for teaching medical students and residents. Scholarly work activity (research, quality improvement, and advocacy) is expected but tailored to the faculty member's interests.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide acute and ongoing consultative care to children with broad range of neurological conditions including epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, developmental delays, headaches, movement disorders, and neurogenetic problems in the hospital and outpatient setting.
• Participate in educational and training programs for medical students and residents of the Department of Pediatrics.
• Participate in collaborative research activities of the Section and Department.
• Perform other duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development and student counseling.
• Perform other duties of a University faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development, student counseling and administration.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD/DO or foreign equivalent
• Eligible for licensure in Illinois
• 2 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years Pediatric Neurology Fellowship
• BC/BE in Pediatrics and Neurology with a concentration in Pediatric Neurology

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing research, quality improvement, and other professional development activities
• Ability to engage across diverse specialty groups
• Experience developing clinical programs
• Physician leadership experience

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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