Open Rank, Epilepsy Division

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia seeks an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Neurology to join its NAEC level 4 F.E. Dreifuss Comprehensive Epilepsy Program, providing inpatient and outpatient epilepsy care.

The ideal candidate will have training in all aspects of clinical epilepsy, contribute to teaching of residents and medical students, and engage in scholarly activity. Rank and compensation depend on qualifications and experience, with opportunities in surgery, clinical trials, and program

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent terminal degree.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Evidence of academic productivity expected.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient clinical epilepsy care.
• Teach and supervise residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Contribute to epilepsy program activities, research, and education.

Skills

Clinical epilepsy

Teaching and supervision

Academic research

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

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].

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have an MD, DO or other equivalent terminal degree, be board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.

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