Open Rank - Cognitive Behavioral Neurologist

University of Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a tenure-eligible or tenured faculty member for its Memory Disorder Program in the Department of Neurology. This position involves significant clinical responsibilities in various neurology clinics and contributing to research in dementia.

The ideal candidate will have an MD or equivalent degree and demonstrated experience in academic productivity. Opportunities for teaching and expanding clinical trials research are included.

Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD, DO or equivalent terminal degree required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology at hiring.
• Fellowship training in a related field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties in cognitive and behavioral neurology clinics.
• Contribute to the Memory Disorder Program and clinical trials research in dementia.

Skills

Clinical duties in cognitive and behavioral neurology

Ability to sustain an independent research program

Board certification in Neurology

Fellowship training in a related field

Education

MD, MD/PhD, DO or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

Overview

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, independent research program will also be strongly considered. Rank and tenure status are dependent on qualifications, experience, and scholarly achievement.

Responsibilities

Clinical duties in cognitive and behavioral neurology clinics, anti‑amyloid therapy program, memory and aging care clinic, teaching activities related to the Memory Disorder Program, and contribution to a clinical trials research program in dementia.

Qualifications

MD, MD/PhD, DO or other equivalent terminal degree; 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.

Application Instructions

Complete an online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• Statement of contributions or potential contributions to UVA Health ASPIRE values
• Professional reference list

Applicants must complete a background check, drug screen, and health assessment prior to their first day of employment.