Epileptologist - Academic Rank DOQ

University of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks an Academic Epileptologist (MD or MD/PhD) to join the Department of Neurological Sciences in Omaha, NE. Candidates must be BC/BE in Neurology & Epileptology with 1–2 years of fellowship in epilepsy.

The role involves inpatient/outpatient care, teaching of fellows and residents, and active participation in translational research within a large epilepsy program.

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD required and board-certified or eligible in Neurology and Epileptology.
• Fellowship training in adult or pediatric epilepsy (1–2 years) required.
• Academic track with potential for research and teaching opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Join a Level 4 regional epilepsy program with inpatient/outpatient care.
• Contribute to translational and clinical research within DONS.
• Engage in teaching Epilepsy Fellows and neurology residents.
• Support telehealth and outreach clinics for rural areas.

Education

MD or MD/PhD

BC/BE Neurology & Epileptology

1-2 years fellowship training in adult or pediatric Epilepsy

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Omaha, NE

Requisition Number

2026 - 123

Department

Neurological Sciences 50001975

Business Unit(College/Institute)

College of Medicine

FTE

100

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

As directed by supervisor

Requisition Category

Faculty

Requisition Title

Epileptologist - Academic Rank DOQ

Job Title/Academic Rank

Epileptologist - Academic Rank DOQ

Appointment Type

DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

10/26/2026

Position Summary

The Department of Neurological Sciences ( DONS ) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center ( UNMC ) seeks an Academic Epileptologist (MD or MD/PhD). The candidate must be BC/BE and have 1-2 years of accredited fellowship training in adult or pediatric epilepsy. The ideal recruit would have a proven academic record and be a key member of an inpatient/outpatient clinical care team with a strong research emphasis. The UNMC Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is a Level 4 regional epilepsy center (National Association of Epilepsy Centers guidelines) with an 8 private bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, treating adults and children. The Program has an active surgical arm with dedicated adult and pediatric neurosurgeons, averaging 30-40 epilepsy surgeries, 50-75 VNS implantations yearly, and one of the largest Responsive Neurostimulation ( RNS ) programs in the nation. The Magnetoencephalography ( MEG ) center provides vital contribution to the epilepsy program and translational research activities. Call is shared between epileptologists and advanced practice providers support inpatient. The outpatient ambulatory care opportunities include telehealth and outreach clinics for rural areas. Teaching opportunities include training of the Epilepsy Fellow and rotating Neurology Residents. Research opportunities include independent or mentored integration into the robust translational and clinical research programs at DONS . Academic rank is commensurate with qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD
• BC/BE Neurology & Epileptology
• 1-2 years fellowship training in adult or pediatric Epilepsy Knowledge of subspecialty-specific diagnostics

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Lab environment, Clinical environment Other working environment NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Occasionally

Kneeling

Kneeling Not Applicable

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Over 5 hours

Standing

Standing Over 5 hours

Squatting Occasi­ally

Walking

Walking Over 5 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric No

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards No

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current

Electrical current No

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity No

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals No

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Attends on Inpatient services and performs clinic visits in direct contact with patients

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation Both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion Both

Grasping

Grasping Both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Use of computer

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have, or will you possess in the near future, a Doctoral degree in the area(s) identified in this posting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you board certified or board eligible in the are identified in this posting? Are you eligible to practice in Nebraska?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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