Neuromuscular Division Chief

Robert Wood Johnson-Dept of Neurology; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 268,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neuromuscular Division Chief position at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School seeks an experienced neurologist with a focus on clinical research and teaching. Applicants will lead the division, provide high-quality care for neuromuscular disorders, and engage in educational activities with students and residents. This full-time faculty role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative academic environment.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Graduates of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency.
• Board certified or eligible in neurology.
• Completed fellowship in neuromuscular disorders.

Responsibilities

• Functions as Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders.
• Oversees the MDA-designated ALS Center of Excellence.
• Participates in clinical neuromuscular research programs.

Skills

Clinical research

Teaching

Education

MD

ACGME-accredited neurology residency

Fellowship in neuromuscular disorders

Job description

Neuromuscular Division Chief

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Neuromuscular Division Chief
Department	RWJ-Dept of Neurology
Salary Details	A minimum of $268,759 as the academic base and eligible for faculty practice.
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary	The Department of Neurology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ, part of Rutgers- the State University of New Jersey, seeks a full-time faculty to start on July 1, 2023. Function as Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders in the Department of Neurology. Board-eligible or certified neurologists with strong interests in clinical research and teaching. Participate in the clinical care of patients with neurological disorders in the sub-specialty of Neuromuscular Disorders according to a schedule determined by the Chair. 1. Function as the Division Chief of Neuromuscular Disorders 2. Oversee theMDA-designatedALSCenter of Excellence 3. Function as the Chief of the Electromyograoghy (EMG) Laboratory atRWJBH-NB 4. Supervisor of Division Faculty 5. Care for patients with neuromuscular disorders in the outpatient and hospital settings 6. Perform electrodiagnostic tests in both the outpatient and hospital settings 7. Attend the consult service at theRWJUHaccording to a schedule determined by Chair 8. Participate in night and weekend call 9. Participate in the Department’s educational activities, including lecturing students and residents and supervising the resident clinic 10. Participate in the administrative activities of Department 11. Participate in the clinical neuromuscular research program 12. Participate in the General Neurology clinic atRWJand satellite clinics as needed 13. Participate in the teaching mission ofRWJMSto the extent determined in consultation with the Department Chair. This will include teaching and mentoring fellows, teaching Neurology residents and rotating residents in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars, teaching medical students in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars, or in formal lectures in the pre-clinical setting. 14. Participate in the community service responsibilities of the department, such as providing neurological care for indigent patients and teaching or advising lay community groups in the area of neurological disorders according to a schedule to be determined by the Chair 15. Participate in the consult rotation and the weekend call schedules 16. Attend departmental and institutional faculty/other meetings 17. Participate in administrative tasks, including membership in standing or ad hoc departmental and institutional committees 18. Perform other duties as required. The Division of Neurology includes nationally and internationally recognized faculty with a proud record of productivity in clinical and translational research and excellent regional and national reputations as clinical referral targets. The department has 27 full-time faculty, 12 residents, and five nationally recognized centers of excellence. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for the medical school.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	24FA0863
Posting Open Date	08/28/2024
Posting Close Date	08/29/2025

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	MD Candidates must be graduates of anACGME-accredited neurology residency, be board certified or eligible in neurology; have completed a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences, and be eligible for a New Jersey License. Rank and track will be consistent with qualifications.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to lift 20 pounds, and to have direct contact with rodents.
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Posting Details

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Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/235099
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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