Child Neurologist, Department of Neurology

About the role

The Department of Neurology at the University of Virginia seeks a Child Neurologist at the Assistant Professor rank. The incumbent will participate in caring for children with neurological disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a tenure-eligible position requiring a strong interest in a career in academic medicine and demonstrated 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 join a highly collaborative environment with ready access to several research-oriented schools and centers across the University grounds, providing a rich platform for shared discovery.

Charlottesville is located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just 30 minutes from Shenandoah National Park and 100 miles south of Washington, DC. The area is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the US, offering a vibrant arts and music scene, pristine nature, local wineries and breweries, and small-town charm.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for children with neurological disorders in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Participate in academic medicine activities including scholarship and research
• Contribute to the educational mission of the School of Medicine
• Collaborate with research-oriented schools and centers across the University

Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD, DO, or other equivalent terminal degree
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology with special qualifications in child neurology at time of hire
• Specialized fellowship training in a related field (strongly preferred)
• Evidence of academic productivity (highly valued)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Laboratory/office space
• Start-up package
• Access to collaborative research environment across multiple schools and centers
• Location in Charlottesville, VA with proximity to Shenandoah National Park and Washington, DC
• Vibrant community with arts, music, outdoor recreation, wineries, and breweries

Position details

This is a tenure-eligible appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health assessment prior to the first day of employment per University policy. The position will remain open until filled.

For questions about the application process, contact Amanda Pringle at alp8z@virginia.edu. For additional information about the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Erika Axeen, at ETA2H@uvahealth.org.