Open Rank - Cognitive Behavioral Neurologist

UVA Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia's Neurology Department seeks a faculty member for its Memory Disorder Program. The role focuses on clinical responsibility in cognitive/behavioral neurology, anti-amyloid therapy, and memory aging care clinics, with teaching duties and active dementia trials research.

Applicants with potential for establishing an independently funded research program will be strongly considered. Rank and tenure depend on qualifications and achievements; visa support is available.

Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD, DO or equivalent terminal degree; board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Specialized fellowship training in a related field strongly preferred.
• Evidence of academic productivity highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in the cognitive and behavioral neurology clinics and memory-related programs.
• Contribute to teaching activities and to expanding a clinical trials research program in dementia.

Skills

Academic productivity

Education

MD/DO/MD-PhD or equivalent

Job description

University of Virginia: UVA Provost's Office: School of Medicine: Neurology

Location Charlottesville, VA Description

The Department of Neurology at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for a tenure-eligible or tenured faculty position for its Memory Disorder Program. The incumbent will devote a majority of effort to clinical responsibilities in the cognitive and behavioral neurologic clinic, anti-amyloid therapy program, memory and aging care clinic, and associated teaching activities. The incumbent will also dedicate effort to contributing to, and expanding, an active clinical trials research program in dementia. Applicants with an interest in establishing, or demonstrated ability sustaining, an effective extramurally funded, the independent research program will also be strongly considered. Rank and tenure status are dependent on qualifications, experience, and scholarly achievement. The University of Virginia and affiliated UVAHealth form the premier institution for medical research and clinical care in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The faculty member will be welcomed into the highly collaborative environment of the University of Virginia and have ready access to several research-oriented schools and centers across the University of Virginia grounds, which provide a rich platform for shared discovery. The University of Virginia is located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, just 30 minutes from Shenandoah National Park and 100 miles south of Washington DC. Charlottesville is considered among the best places to live in the US, with a vibrant arts and music scene, pristine nature, local wineries and breweries, and tons of small-town charm.

We will offer a competitive salary, space, and a start-up package.

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health assessment prior to their first day of employment per University policy.

Please note foreign medical graduates are eligible to apply. We are able to support visas.

This position will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

Candidates must have an MD, MD/PhD, DO or other equivalent terminal degree, and be board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology at the time of hire. Specialized fellowship training in a related field is strongly preferred. Evidence of academic productivity is highly valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu