Neurology Fellowship

About the role

The Neurology Service at the NC State Veterinary Hospital is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained veterinary neurologist for a 12-month Neurology Fellowship. The focus of the fellowship will be dictated by candidate’s interests. Possible areas of interest include (but are not limited to) neurosurgery, neuroimaging, electro diagnostics, epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases and dementia, and spinal cord injury.

Responsibilities

• Provide additional clinical and teaching support to the Neurology Service to ensure there are 2 neurologists on clinical duty throughout the year.
• Time split: 34 weeks rotating on the clinic floor, 16 weeks dedicated to training in the fellow’s area of interest and research, 2 weeks of vacation.
• During clinical blocks, serve as one of two primary clinicians on the Neurology Service, working alongside a second senior neurologist.
• Majority of clinic time dedicated to supporting the general Neurology Service; opportunity to initiate focus clinics in area of interest, if appropriate.
• Off-clinic blocks dedicated to advanced training, research efforts, and teaching activities.
• If desired, identify a research project that can be completed within the available time with appropriate support; project may overlap with training opportunities.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Successful completion of an ACVIM or ECVIM‑approved Neurology residency.
• Eligibility for North Carolina Veterinary licensure and/or faculty certificate under supervision of the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Health Complex.
• Valid NC Driver's License not required; Commercial Driver's License not required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
• Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
• Opportunity to enhance career with LEAD courses
• Free admission to non‑revenue generating sporting events
• Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs to build a thriving Wolfpack community

Pay

Anticipated hiring range: $70,000.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; additional hours may be required.