Instructor of Pediatric Neurology at CHOP

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking an Instructor for a position in the Academic Support Staff. This is an opportunity to develop a research program in the pathobiology of neuromuscular disorders, while also serving clinical duties in pediatric and adult clinics. The ideal candidate holds an M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree and possesses expertise in diagnosing and managing neuromuscular disorders. This role includes a chance to gain experience in research and teaching within an academic setting.

Qualifications

• M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree is required.
• Expertise in the diagnosis and management of neuromuscular disorders is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop a research program in neuromuscular disorders.
• Serve as attending in pediatric neuromuscular disease clinic.
• Clinical duties in adult neuromuscular clinic as optional.

Skills

Expertise in diagnosis and management of neuromuscular disorders

Research program development

Academic medicine

Education

M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree

Job description

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Instructor position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree.

Responsibilities may include developing a research program that leads to new understanding in the pathobiology of neuromuscular disorders at a basic science and translational level. Clinical duties will include serving as an attending in the pediatric neuromuscular disease clinic with the option to also attend in the adult neuromuscular clinic. Successful candidates must have expertise in the diagnosis and management of neuromuscular disorders.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop an individual training experience in research skills and teaching in an academic setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.