Neuromuscular Medicine, Open Rank (Tenured)

Neuromuscular Medicine, Open Rank (Tenured)

The Department of Neurology at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for an open rank faculty position in the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders. The incumbent will join a division with a long tradition of superior clinical care and research. The faculty within the division have diverse interests spanning peripheral neuropathies, neuromuscular junction disorders, myopathies, and motor neuron diseases. The division has strong collaborations with multidisciplinary centers as well as strong core labs to support basic science, translational and clinical research. If sufficiently qualified, the candidate may be considered for a Division Chief role. The incumbent will participate in the treatment of patients with neuromuscular disease in inpatient and outpatient settings and take an active role in the education and training of medical students, Clinical Neurophysiology/EMG and Neuromuscular Medicine fellows and neurology residents. 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 be welcomed into the highly collaborative environment of the University of Virginia and have ready access to several research-oriented schools and centers across the University of Virginia grounds, which provide a rich platform for shared discovery. The University of Virginia is located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, just 30 minutes from Shenandoah National Park and 100 miles south of Washington DC. Charlottesville is considered among the best places to live in the US, with a vibrant arts and music scene, pristine nature, local wineries and breweries, and tons of small-town charm. We will offer a competitive salary, space, and a start-up package. The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health assessment prior to their first day of employment per University policy. For additional information about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Robert Shin at View email address on click.appcast.io. This position will remain open until filled. For questions about the application process, please contact Amanda Pringle, via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Qualifications Qualified applicants must have an MD, DO or other equivalent terminal degree, be board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology and have successfully completed a Neuromuscular fellowship or be board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine. Application Instructions Complete an application online with the following documents: cover letter, CV/resume, professional reference list, statement of contributions or potential contributions to the UVA Health ASPIRE values. The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.