Division Chief of Child Neurology & Epilepsy

Children’s Nebraska, in partnership with the University of Nebraska Medical Center, (UNMC), is seeking a dynamic and collaborative pediatric neurologist to serve as Division Chief of Child Neurology & Epilepsy . This is an exceptional leadership opportunity within a rapidly expanding, academically driven neurosciences program in our nationally recognized pediatric health system.

The Division Chief will provide strategic, clinical, academic, and research leadership while advancing innovation across child neurology and epilepsy care. There are eight Child Neurology providers with experience in treating complex patients with seizures, static encephalopathy, autism and other conditions on the Children’s campus.

We would also support a candidate who has a track record of extramural funding research in the field of child neurology and epilepsy. The faculty member would receive a competitive research support and resource package designed to ensure career success as a physician scientist.

Position Highlights

• Provide visionary leadership for the Division of Child Neurology & Epilepsy, including strategic growth, faculty development, recruitment, and program expansion
• Oversee clinical, educational, academic, research, and advocacy initiatives in collaboration with the Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Neurological Sciences
• Maintain clinical practice alongside division faculty
• Lead and expand programs within our Level IV Epilepsy Center, including an 8-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), neurostimulation therapies, ketogenic diet program, and immune-inflammatory epilepsy research
• Collaborate across Pediatric Neurosurgery, Neurocritical Care, Epileptology, and Critical Care within an integrated neurosciences model
• Advance research initiatives through the Child Health Research Institute with access to strong clinical trials infrastructure
• Academic appointment through UNMC commensurate with experience

Why Join Us?

Academic Excellence - Faculty appointment within UNMC’s College of Medicine, joining more than 150 pediatric faculty and 50 neurological sciences faculty in a highly collaborative academic environment.

Neuroscience Leadership - Integrated neurosciences program offering advanced epilepsy surgery, neurostimulation, minimally invasive neurosurgical approaches, and comprehensive neurocritical care services.

Research Infrastructure - Access to dedicated research resources including:

• Child Health Research Institute
• DICON (Dynamic Imaging in Cognition and Neuromodulation) Lab
• CAMRI MRI Core
• MEG capabilities
• Great Plains IDeA Clinical and Translational Research Network

Transformational Growth - Children’s Nebraska continues significant programmatic expansion, including its state-of-the-art Hubbard Center for Children, expanded neurosciences services, and system-wide strategic growth initiatives.

About Children’s Nebraska

Children’s Nebraska is a 225-bed nonprofit pediatric health system caring for children since 1948. Founded by the community and for the community, it is Nebraska’s only full-service pediatric specialty health center, delivering care across more than 50 pediatric specialties to a five-state region and beyond.

The Hubbard Center for Children is home to:

• Nebraska’s only Level IV Regional NICU
• The state’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• A dedicated Cardiac Care Unit
• A Fetal Care Center
• A comprehensive Neurosciences Unit

The Child Health Research Institute—an innovative partnership between Children’s Nebraska and UNMC—supports clinical, translational, and basic science research and provides start-up funding and infrastructure for investigators.

About Omaha

Located in the heart of the Midwest, Omaha offers a metropolitan population of nearly one million with an exceptional quality of life. The city is home to the nationally renowned Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, hosts the annual College World Series, and features a vibrant arts, culinary, and cultural scene. With outstanding public and private schools, multiple universities, and a diverse economy anchored by several Fortune 500 companies, Omaha combines professional opportunity with Midwestern livability.

How to Apply

We are committed to increasing diversity in our organizations to reflect the population that we serve and encourage applications from all candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Submit your cover letter and CV/resume to Christin Zbylut , Administrator, Physician & Faculty Recruitment at or call for more information. All applications will be kept confidential.