Open Rank, Epilepsy Division

Association of American Medical Colleges; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia Department of Neurology invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, or full Professor to join the NAEC level 4 F.E. Dreifuss Comprehensive Epilepsy Program.

The position emphasizes clinical epilepsy with inpatient and outpatient responsibilities and includes teaching and supervision of residents, fellows, and medical students. Evidence of scholarly achievement is valued; rank and compensation depend on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Training and experience in clinical epilepsy across all aspects.
• Exposure to epilepsy surgery, subspecialty clinics, clinical trials, fellowship education, and program administration.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient responsibilities focused on epilepsy care.
• Teaching and supervision of residents, fellows, and medical students.

Job description

The Department of Neurology, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking applicants for an Assistant, Associate, or full Professor of Neurology to join its NAEC level 4 F.E. Dreifuss Comprehensive Epilepsy Program. The ideal candidate will have training and experience with all aspects of clinical epilepsy. The position includes inpatient and outpatient responsibilities specializing in the treatment of patients with epilepsy. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of resident, fellow trainees and medical students.

Evidence of academic productivity is highly valued. Rank and compensation is dependent upon qualifications, experience, and scholarly achievement. This position may be tenure eligible. There are diverse opportunities for emphasis, including epilepsy surgery, subspecialty clinics, clinical trials, fellowship education, and epilepsy center administration, among others.

The University of Virginia and affiliated UVA Health 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.

For additional information about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Binit Shah, via email at [e-mail].

This position will remain open until filled. For questions about the application process, please contact Amanda Pringle, via email at [e-mail].