Adult Epileptologist (Open Rank)

at  University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Neurology at University of North Carolina, School of Medicine seeks qualified individuals with strong clinical, teaching and research skills, for a full time Neurologist to join the Epilepsy division.
Our division is committed to clinical excellence, education, and research and is continuing to grow. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has very competitive salaries and benefits, with excellent physician support and high job satisfaction. We provide opportunities for faculty career development including support for academics and research.
The North Carolina Research Triangle Park (RTP) metropolitan area is a regional community with over 1.3 million residents. The area is cosmopolitan with one of the lowest costs of living of all major U.S. cities. The area is accompanied by excellent dining, entertainment, music, professional sports, and museums. Within the RTP, Chapel Hill offers excellent opportunities for K-12 education in both public and private school venues; several Chapel Hill area schools are listed among the Best Schools in the Nation. The area is home to several colleges and universities. Chapel Hill is a classic college town, with numerous cultural offerings, abundant housing options, easy commutes, and outstanding school districts. The area is known for its natural beauty, with many springs, lakes, parks and forests, and rivers. The climate encourages outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, boating, fishing, bicycling, and camping. This all combines to make Chapel Hill and surrounding areas a wonderful place to live and pursue a career.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have an M.D., D.O. or equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, AND EXPERIENCE

BC/BE in Neurology as well as Epilepsy and/or Clinical Neurophysiology and have fellowship training in clinical epilepsy, EEG monitoring and surgical evaluation of patients with epilepsy. Additional training in evoked potentials and intraoperative monitoring is also preferred. Rank is dependent upon qualifications/experience of candidate.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.