Neuromuscular Division Chief position at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS)

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated physician to lead its Neuromuscular Division. This role offers the opportunity to oversee clinical, educational, and research activities while providing exceptional care to patients with neuromuscular disorders. The ideal candidate will hold an MD with board certification in Neurology and possess strong leadership skills. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and fosters career advancement within an academic setting. This is a unique chance to make a significant impact in a renowned medical institution dedicated to excellence in patient care and research.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Supportive research environment

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent with board certification in Neurology required.
• Experience in clinical care, teaching, and research in Neuromuscular Diseases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders and oversee the ALS Center.
• Educate and mentor Neurology residents and fellows.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Care

Teaching

Research

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Education

MD or equivalent degree

Board Certification in Neurology

Sub-specialty training in Neuromuscular Disorders

Job description

Neuromuscular Division Chief at RWJMS

Facility: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick
Address: 1 Robert Wood Johnson Place
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick is seeking an experienced and highly motivated physician to join our Neurology Department as the Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Diseases. The successful candidate will hold an academic appointment as an Associate Professor or Professor, depending on qualifications, and will be responsible for leading the division’s clinical, educational, and research activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders and oversee the ALS Center of Excellence.
• Serve as the Chief of the Electromyography (EMG) Laboratory.
• Provide clinical care to patients with neuromuscular disorders in both outpatient and hospital settings.
• Perform electrodiagnostic tests in various settings.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, including night and weekend coverage.
• Educate and mentor Neurology residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Engage in the department's neuromuscular research programs.
• Participate in administrative activities and serve on departmental and institutional committees.
• Contribute to the department’s community service responsibilities, including providing care for indigent patients and advising community groups.
• Attend and contribute to departmental and institutional faculty meetings.

Qualifications:

• MD or equivalent degree with board certification in Neurology.
• Sub-specialty training in Neuromuscular Disorders.
• Experience in clinical care, teaching, and research in Neuromuscular Diseases.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the academic setting.
• Supportive environment for research and clinical practice.

Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To learn more about this and other opportunities, please contact Michael Cavallo, Physician Recruiter at RWJBarnabas Health, directly via email at [e-mail].

About Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Founded in 1884, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) New Brunswick is an academic medical center with Centers of Excellence including cardiovascular care, cancer care, stroke care, neuroscience, orthopedics, and women’s and children’s care, including The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH).

BMSCH serves as the focal point of New Brunswick’s growing children’s health campus, which includes the Child Health Institute of New Jersey, PSE&G Children’s Specialized Hospital, and Ronald McDonald House - New Brunswick. The hospital is a state-of-the-art facility designed to care for children, offering pediatric surgery, urology, cardiology, oncology, hematology, and pulmonology services, providing advanced care for children of all ages—from fragile newborns to adolescents.

As the flagship cancer hospital of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and the principal teaching hospital of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, RWJUH is a leader in state-of-the-art care. It features a Level 1 Trauma Center and the first Pediatric Trauma Center in the state, serving as a national resource in emergency preparedness.