Associate Professor, Physician Scientist, Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine, Stroke

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Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff with world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities. UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full-time and part time faculty, staff and student workers.

The Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Cincinnati is hiring a mid-career physician scientist within its Vascular Neurology Division. The Vascular Neurology Division leads world-class stroke research spanning clinical trials to epidemiology to stroke genetics. Faculty from our division also lead the NIH StrokeNet National and Regional coordinating centers, creating opportunities for collaborations with regional and national experts. The ideal candidate will be eligible to be hired at the rank of an Associate Professor. This position includes opportunities to build on the thriving and well-funded research program within the division and the department. There are also opportunities for leadership roles within the regional research and training infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have or be eligible for at least one independent grant. Opportunities for administrative leadership will be considered for the right applicant.

The position will have a balanced focus on clinical (inpatient, outpatient clinic and stroke call) research, administrative, and teaching opportunities relating to residents, fellows, medical students.

Essential Functions

• Engage in scholarly activities including grant writing, publishing, mentoring, and collaborate/co-lead other scholarly missions of the stroke division.
• Attend on inpatient neurology service, be part of acute stroke call pool, and conduct outpatient stroke clinic.
• Teach residents and fellows in bedside and formal lecture settings
• Render service to the professional or lay community which is relevant to the individual’s academic specialty
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications
• Other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO)
• Active and unrestricted State of Ohio Medical License
• Completion of 4 year residency in Neurology

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Board certification/eligibility in Neurology
• Fellowship training is ideal.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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