Assistant Professor Neurology MS Division

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); In loco; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of South Florida seeks an academically oriented Assistant Professor of Neurology to join the Multiple Sclerosis Division. You will provide comprehensive neurological care including patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for MS and related conditions.

In addition to clinical duties, you will teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, participate in clinical research and trials, and deliver educational seminars to advance MS understanding.

Competenze

• Medical degree from an accredited institution with demonstrated teaching, academic research, and service.
• Must hold or be eligible for full, unrestricted Florida Medical License.
• Board certified/eligible in Multiple Sclerosis.

Mansioni

• Provide medical care including outpatient and hospital examinations/diagnosis and treatment/therapy. Prepares medical records and health counseling notes.
• Teach Fellows, residents and medical students in the Department of Neurology.
• Conduct research and studies for the Multiple Sclerosis Division; serve as a PI for MS studies.
• Academic advising and related activities; represent the university, college, or department.

Conoscenze

Teaching

Mentoring

Clinical research

Patient evaluation

Formazione

Medical degree

Florida Medical License eligibility

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

The Department of Neurology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine is seeking an academically oriented Assistant Professor of Neurology to join the Multiple Sclerosis Division. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive neurological care, including patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and health counseling, with a focus on patients with Multiple Sclerosis and related neurological conditions.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the faculty member will participate in medical education through teaching and mentoring medical students, neurology residents, and Multiple Sclerosis fellows. The position will also involve conducting and participating in clinical research, clinical trials, and scholarly activities, as well as providing educational seminars and consultative services to promote awareness and advance the understanding and treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing medical care, including outpatient and hospital examinations/diagnosis and treatment/therapy. Prepares medical records and correspondence related to patient care. Conducts health counseling in preventative medicine for patients.
• Conduct teaching to Fellows, residents and medical students in the Department of Neurology.
• Conducts research and studies for the Multiple Sclerosis Division.
• Serves as a PI for MS studies.

Other – Other Duties As Assigned

• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a state university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities.
• Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor – Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in review and other professional journals and be recognized authority in the field of specialization.
• Additional Minimum: Must hold or be eligible for a full, unrestricted Florida Medical License or foreign equivalent required. To perform this position, the candidate will need to obtain and maintain a full unrestricted FL Medical License, maintain credentials in the USFHealth faculty practice plan, and be a medical staff member in good standing at the hospitals he/she is assigned to perform clinical duties. The candidate will participate in the teaching of residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical medicine.
• MUST BE BOARD CERTIFIED/ELIGIBLE IN: Multiple Sclerosis

About USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.