Pediatric Neurology Physician - Epileptologist

Job Description

Why Join Us

Children's Hospital of Michigan has been a cornerstone of pediatric medicine since 1886, and its Division of Neurology is one of the most established and well‑resourced programs in the Midwest. You’ll step into a NAEC Level 4 epilepsy program backed by 6 NIH‑funded grants, a surgical epilepsy infrastructure that performs 20+ cases annually, and a division of 11 pediatric neurologists who are actively growing the team. This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑functioning academic epilepsy program with the clinical volume, research access, and institutional support to build something meaningful.

Position Highlights

• Pediatric Epileptologist role with both outpatient clinical and academic responsibilities
• Monthly schedule: 3 weeks of 5 half‑day clinics plus 1 dedicated week of EEG studies
• Division of 11 pediatric neurologists, including 4 board‑certified epileptologists and a clinical neurophysiologist
• 20+ epilepsy surgeries per year with active neurostimulation clinic (VNS and RNS)
• Epilepsy monitoring units at Detroit and Troy locations, overnight EEG supported by Stratus
• NAEC Level 4 accreditation - the highest level in the country
• Faculty appointment at Central Michigan University College of Medicine
• Opportunities for research involvement, grant‑supported projects, and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows
• 228‑bed children’s hospital and Level 1 trauma center, part of the Detroit Medical Center (DMC)

What We Offer

• Competitive academic compensation commensurate with experience
• Academic faculty appointment with CMU College of Medicine
• Access to 6 NIH‑funded grants and multiple pathways for research and publications
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities across medical education levels
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatric Neurology
• Epilepsy fellowship training preferred but not required
• Eligibility to obtain Michigan medical licensure
• Interest in teaching and participation in an academic environment

Why Metro Detroit

Metro Detroit is a region that consistently surprises physicians who arrive expecting rust belt and discover a thriving, affordable, and culturally rich metro area. The suburbs - Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills, Birmingham, and Royal Oak among them - offer excellent public and private schools, safe neighborhoods, and a cost of living that stretches a physician salary considerably further than comparable markets on the coasts. Detroit’s culinary scene has earned national recognition, and the region’s sports culture, world‑class museums, and proximity to Michigan’s lakes and outdoor recreation make for a genuinely well‑rounded quality of life. For physicians with families or those looking to plant roots, Metro Detroit offers something that’s increasingly rare: exceptional medicine in a community where you can actually afford to live well.