Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics Neurology

University-of-Illinoi; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 216,000 - 326,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pediatric Neurology faculty position at The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking Assistant/Associate/Professor candidates to provide clinical service to pediatric patients and to participate in teaching and scholarly activities.

Responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient care, medical student and resident education, and involvement in research, quality improvements, and program development, with opportunities for collaboration with regional hospitals.

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

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services in-patient and out-patient at OSF Healthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois.
• Teach medical students and residents.
• Engage in scholarly work: research, quality improvement, and advocacy.

Education

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

Job description

Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics Neurology

Peoria, IL, United States

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1042787

Posted on: 9/2/2026 - Application Deadline: 11/30/2026

Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics Neurology

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042787

Posting Close Date: 11/30/2026

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

TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates forthe position(s) of Assistant/Associate/Professorof Pediatric Neurology inthe Department of Pediatrics

About the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria

TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of oneof the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known forhaving small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMPstudents to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with ourhospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to morethan 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medicaleducation and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physicianresidents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include JumpSimulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, alongwith OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois and CarleHearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute withtranslational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology, recognizedfor its strong commitment to research excellence, innovation, and academicimpact.

Learnmore about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helpingto 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, LifeInsurance, 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

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The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $216,000 to $325,800 per year.

Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.

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.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.