Open Rank Faculty Position: Movement Disorders Neurologist
Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor; dependent on qualifications; non-tenure track
University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) – Department of Neurology
Memphis, Tennessee
The Department of Neurology at UTHSC invites applications for an academic Movement Disorders Neurologist to join a growing, dynamic clinical and academic team. We are looking for a dedicated clinician-educator or clinician-researcher passionate about advancing patient care for patients with Parkinson’s disease, tremor, dystonia, and other movement disorders.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Care: Deliver exceptional, patient-centered outpatient and inpatient care focused on movement disorders.
- Education & Mentorship: Teach, train, and supervise neurology residents, medical students, and clinical fellows. Participate in resident continuity clinics and departmental educational conferences.
- Supervision: Oversee resident continuity clinics and clinical practice.
- Academic & Research Collaboration: Engage in clinical, translational, or basic science neuromodulation research collaboration, depending on career focus and interests.
Qualifications
- Education: MD or DO degree.
- Training: Successful completion of an accredited residency program in Neurology, followed by specialized fellowship training in Movement Disorders.
- Licensure/Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology. Must be eligible for a medical license in the State of Tennessee.
Why Join UTHSC in Memphis?
- Impactful Environment: UTHSC is the flagship statewide public academic health system, driving major clinical and economic impact across Tennessee. UTHSC is the state’s largest educator of health care professionals and runs premier residency and fellowship training programs.
- Professional Growth: Opportunity to shape a growing movement disorders division within a major tertiary care hub.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams in a vibrant academic medical center environment located in the heart of Memphis.
- Vibrant Community: Memphis offers a rich cultural heritage, vibrant music and food scenes, and an affordable cost of living.
Procedure for Candidacy
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive letter of interest detailing career and leadership goals, a current CV to UTHSC’s executive search Managing Partner, Julie Miller at jmiller@kbic.com and/or academicmedicine@kbic.com or call (972) 265-5236.
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/VEVRAA Employer.
