Child Neurologist, Department of Neurology

Charlottesville, Virginia

The Department of Neurology at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for a Child Neurologist at the Assistant Professor rank. The incumbent will participate in caring for children with neurological disorders in the inpatient and outpatient settings. To be considered for the tenure-eligible position, candidates must have a strong interest in a career in academic medicine and demonstrate scholarship and excellence in two domains consistent with the requirements for tenure in the School of Medicine. Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in Movement Disorders. 

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.

This position will remain open until filled. 

Qualifications

The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs, diverse and distinguished faculty, a major academic medical center, and proud history as a renowned research university. At the University of Virginia School of Medicine, our mission is to transform health and inspire hope for all Virginians and beyond. Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public academic School of Medicine and the best place to work-while transforming patient care, research, education and management with the diverse communities we serve.

The UVA Department of Neurology is renowned for its clinical care, education programs, and Neuroscience research. The Neurology department plays a critical role in patient care at UVA Health, a world-class academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 

The Neurosciences Service Center at the University of Virginia is supported by a nationally recognized group of physicians, who are distinguished by both their devotion to state-of-the-art research and their clinical care techniques. The Department of Neurology is comprised of more than 40 physicians and other professionals, many of whom are renowned specialists in their field. The Department of Neurological Surgery’s eleven attending physicians provide care to patients from around the world. UVA offers excellent benefits packages and competitive salaries.

For more information about the department, please visit the following website: University of Virginia| School of Medicine, Department of 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. To read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment please visit us @ https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity