Neurological Surgery - Neuro-Oncology - Physician - Academics

Rush University Medical Center , a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Neurosurgeon, Neuro-Oncology .

• Candidates must demonstrate an established trajectory of regional, national, or international recognition in brain tumor surgery and research.
• Faculty rank and tenure status will be determined by the qualifications, academic achievements, and experience of the successful candidate. The major criteria for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor at Rush University include a sustained track record of excellence in clinical care, clinical teaching, and scholarly activity that significantly advances the field of neuro-oncology.

Research & Clinical Leadership

• We seek an accomplished individual to lead and expand a robust brain tumor clinical practice and research program.
• The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between bench and bedside by successfully initiating early-phase clinical trials, expanding our existing clinical trials portfolio, and fostering deep multidisciplinary collaboration across the Rush University System for Health.
• In addition to driving translational and clinical innovation, this individual will play a pivotal role in expanding clinical capacity, mentoring junior faculty and residents, and cementing Rush’s leadership in complex brain tumor care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education/Training: MD or MD/PhD (or equivalent), completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency training program, and a dedicated fellowship in surgical neuro-oncology (preferred).
• Board Status: Board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons (ABNS).
• Licensure: Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Illinois.
• Academic/Research Track Record: A proven history of peer-reviewed publications, a strong portfolio of translational/clinical research, and a demonstrated ability to secure sustained extramural research funding.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership in clinical care, resident and fellow education, and institutional service.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.

Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.

Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report‘s Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 50 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient‘s Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.

All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a ‘Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion‘ for six consecutive years.

Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago‘s Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $728,000 - $1,097,325 (TCC)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page.

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Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.