Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery — Academic Leader

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and/

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Neurosurgery, seeks a Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery to lead clinical care for pediatric and adult patients and to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery.

The role emphasizes surgical excellence, program development, teaching, and research, with a focus on collaboration across the RBHS and partner systems.

Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD or related degree.
• Board certification or eligible.
• Fellowship training preferred.
• NJ licensed or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Department Chair in strategic planning for pediatric neurosurgical services.
• Provide oversight for pediatric neurosurgery operations and program expansion.
• Direct professional activities to ensure excellence in pediatric neurosurgery.
• Oversee clinical and research resources for optimal use and best practices.
• Collaborate with RWJBH leadership for integration of services.
• Mentor and develop junior faculty per RBHS guidelines.
• Support clinical and educational activities of the Department of Neurosurgery.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Mentoring

Education

MD/MD-PhD or related degree

Board certified or eligible

Fellowship trained preferred

Job description

Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Neurosurgery, seeks a Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery to lead clinical care for pediatric and adult patients and to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery.

The role emphasizes surgical excellence, program development, teaching, and research, with a focus on collaboration across the RBHS and partner systems.