Neurology Fellowship

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Leave

Assistance program

LEAD courses

Free attendance at sporting events

Childcare benefits

Wellness membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State Veterinary Hospital seeks a board-certified or residency-trained veterinary neurologist for a 12‑month Neurology Fellowship. The focus includes neurosurgery, neuroimaging, electrodiagnostics, epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases, dementia, and spinal cord injury.

The role combines clinical duties with advanced training, featuring a structured rotation, dedicated research time, and opportunities to initiate focus clinics under mentorship.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Completion of an ACVIM/ECVIM neurology residency is required or completed.
• Eligibility for North Carolina licensure or faculty certification under NCSU CVM supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and teaching support to the Neurology Service with two neurologists on duty throughout the year.
• Split time between clinic floor and advanced training.
• 34 weeks rotating on the clinic floor; 16 weeks dedicated to training and research in the fellow's area.
• Identify a feasible research project with support and complete it during the fellowship.

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

ACVIM or ECVIM-approved Neurology residency

Eligibility for NC veterinary licensure and/or faculty certificate

Job description

Position Overview

The Neurology Service at the NC State Veterinary Hospital is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained veterinary neurologist for a 12‑month Neurology Fellowship. The focus of the fellowship will be dictated by the candidate’s interests, which may include neurosurgery, neuroimaging, electrodiagnostics, epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases and dementia, and spinal cord injury.

Responsibilities

• Provide additional clinical and teaching support to the Neurology Service, ensuring there are two neurologists on clinical duty throughout the year.
• Split time between clinic floor and advanced training.
• 34 weeks rotating on the clinic floor.
• 16 weeks dedicated to training in the fellow’s area of interest and research.
• 2 weeks of vacation.
• Serve as one of two primary clinicians on the Neurology Service while working alongside a senior neurologist.
• Provide opportunities to initiate focus clinics in the fellow’s area of interest.
• Off‑clinic blocks dedicated to advanced training, research activities, and teaching.
• Identify a research project that can be realistically completed within the available time and with appropriate support.

Qualifications

• Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; additional hours may be required.
• Minimum requirement of a DVM or equivalent degree.
• Successful completion of an ACVIM or ECVIM‑approved Neurology residency.
• Eligibility for North Carolina veterinary licensure and/or faculty certificate under the supervision of the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine.
• No requirement for a valid NC driver’s license or commercial driver’s license.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Leave
• Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
• LEAD courses for career enhancement
• Free attendance at non‑revenue generating sporting events
• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation membership
• Wellness programs

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.