Neurosurgeon

Must have completed fellowship training in Neurosurgery-Spine.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed, or eligibility to obtain licensure, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky

Job Summary

The College of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Kentucky is seeking a fellowship-trained spine neurosurgeon to join our expanding faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-performing, collaborative neurosurgical team committed to exceptional patient care, innovative clinical program development, and the education of the next generation of neurosurgeons. This faculty appointment is full-time, non-tenure track, and reports directly to the Chair of Neurosurgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced spine surgical care, including complex and minimally invasive procedures.
• Participate in and help expand multidisciplinary spine program initiatives.
• Contribute to resident and medical student education through didactic teaching, clinical instruction, and mentorship.
• Engage in clinical and/or translational research, quality improvement initiatives, or scholarly activity aligned with departmental goals.
• Collaborate with faculty across neurosurgery and related specialties to advance service-line growth and patient outcomes.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Expertise in the full spectrum of spine surgical interventions.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to teach and mentor trainees at multiple levels.
• Capacity to contribute to clinical innovation and departmental growth initiatives.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

• Experience with complex spine reconstruction, deformity correction, and/or minimally invasive approaches.
• Evidence of research productivity, grant potential, or interest in building a scholarly portfolio.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled Yes

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