Pediatric Neurologist (CHS)

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Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Assistant Professor (CHS)

Job Duties:

The Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a child neurologist with subspecialty training in Epilepsy, Stroke, Neuroimmunology, Movement Disorders, or general pediatric neurologists interested in joining our expanding Pediatric Neurology and Comprehensive Epilepsy Programs at UW Hospital and Clinics, American Family Children's Hospital and affiliated locations. The Section of Pediatric Neurology has recruited six pediatric epileptologists and six pediatric neurologists with subspecialty training in neuromuscular diseases, sleep, headache, and neonatal neurology and plans to expand further. This position includes opportunities for teaching and research.

• This position is full or part time, 40%-100%
• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
• Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles; Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
• This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR#10001388; please note that only one total vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates on both the CHS and CT tracks.
• This position will be a dual appointment with UW Madison and UW Medical Foundation.
• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
• The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.


Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Neurology

The Department of Neurology has over 60 faculty and 25 advanced practice providers located at 20 S. Park/Meriter Hospital, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and UW Health Clinics. This is a diverse group of generalists and specialists that provides primary, secondary, and tertiary inpatient and outpatient care. The successful candidate will join a world-class institution that encourages, values and supports interdisciplinary basic, clinic and population health research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world.

Madison is the state's capitol city and is well known for offering a small town feel in a medium sized city. It is a great place to raise a family and offers an ideal combination of natural beauty, stimulating cultural events, outstanding schools and outdoor recreation.

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.


Negotiable, Annual (12 months)

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have completed a child neurology residency program, fellowship trained in Epilepsy, Stroke, Neuroimmunology, Movement Disorders, or equivalent experience.
• Candidates must be board eligible or board certified in one of the following: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (AOBNP).
• Must have a WI medical license by the start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

Education:

MD or DO or equivalent is required by the start date.

How to Apply:

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You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience
• List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 1, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled.

Contact Information:

Caitlin Spaulding, View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io

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