Pediatric Neurology Faculty

American Geriatrics Society; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 216,000 - 326,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP), in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist for a high-impact academic position.

You will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, contribute to teaching, research, and the development of subspecialty programs, and grow within a collaborative academic health system.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist required.
• Academic appointment with teaching and research opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology care.
• Contribute to teaching and scholarly activity within an academic health system.
• Help develop subspecialty programs (epilepsy, stroke, neuromuscular, neurocritical care).
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and participate in residency/fellowship activities.

Skills

Pediatric Neurology

Board Certification

Education

Board Certification in Pediatric Neurology

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Pediatric Neurology Faculty

StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $216000.00 - $325800.00

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP), in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, is recruiting a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist. This is a high-impact academic opportunity within a rapidly expanding pediatric neuroscience program. Physicians will join an integrated academic health system that combines tertiary-level pediatric care with strong education, research, and innovation support.

You will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care while contributing to teaching, scholarly activity, and the development of subspecialty programs. This role is ideal for physicians seeking to build an academic career in a supportive, collaborative environment with meaningful growth potential.

Opportunity Highlights

• Academic appointment through UICOMP with teaching expectations and research opportunities
• Practice across inpatient and outpatient settings with shared call structure
• High-acuity clinical exposure, including ICU-level neurological care
• Opportunity to develop subspecialty programs (epilepsy, stroke, neuromuscular, neurocritical care)
• Work within a Level I pediatric trauma center and major referral hub
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment across pediatric specialties
• Strong research infrastructure with coordinators, funding, and academic mentorship
• Strong leadership potential; Opportunities surrounding Pediatric Neurology Residency/Fellowship
• Competitive compensation range including academic incentives and comprehensive benefits offered

Community Information

Peoria, Illinois offers an exceptional balance of affordability, accessibility, and quality of life. Physicians benefit from a family-friendly environment, short commutes, and access to outdoor recreation, arts, and education.

• Affordable cost of living and housing options (U.S. News & World Report)
• Strong public and private school systems, including highly regarded districts
• High livability scores with brief travel times and convenient amenities

Facility Location

Easy to access, Peoria’s metropolitan lifestyle gets together with stunning natural beauty. Discover the center of this city and its endless stretches of riverbanks and trails while you explore the unique shopping and dining adventure. The hot summers and cool winters, bring dazzle to the fall foliage and bright spring blooms in this city of cultural attraction. Peoria is also the home of University of Illinois College of Medicine.