University of Utah
Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.Position InformationPosition/Rank:
Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist - Rank Dependent on QualificationsDepartment:
00861 - Pediatric NeurologyCity:
Salt Lake City, UTNew Position to Begin:
Summer 2022Details:The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist. The physician will provide high-level epilepsy care, including EEG interpretation and pre- and post-surgical epilepsy evaluation and care, in inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical duties will comprise approximately 85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital and at Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Building. In addition to clinical care, the provider will participate in education and scholarly activity, with opportunities in quality improvement and advocacy as well.The Division maintains an excellent collegial relationship with our Neurosurgical and neuroimaging colleagues. The Division provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, neonatal neurology, headache, and functional neuroimaging.Qualifications:Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. Subspecialty training in epilepsy/EEG is preferred. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research.Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks, a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and numerous other outdoor activities.Application Process:Interested individuals can apply for the position at
this link . A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief, at joshua.bonkowsky@hsc.utah.edu.The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.Special Instructions for Candidates:Open Date:
03/02/2021Close Date:
Open Until FilledRequisition Number:
PRN02586FType:
FacultyPosting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatrics?
yesno
* Are you BE/BC in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology?
YesNoIn last year of fellowship training
* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
YesNo
* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
YesNo
* One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
YesNo
Required Documents:
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:
Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
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Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist - Rank Dependent on QualificationsDepartment:
00861 - Pediatric NeurologyCity:
Salt Lake City, UTNew Position to Begin:
Summer 2022Details:The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist. The physician will provide high-level epilepsy care, including EEG interpretation and pre- and post-surgical epilepsy evaluation and care, in inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical duties will comprise approximately 85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital and at Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Building. In addition to clinical care, the provider will participate in education and scholarly activity, with opportunities in quality improvement and advocacy as well.The Division maintains an excellent collegial relationship with our Neurosurgical and neuroimaging colleagues. The Division provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, neonatal neurology, headache, and functional neuroimaging.Qualifications:Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. Subspecialty training in epilepsy/EEG is preferred. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research.Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks, a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and numerous other outdoor activities.Application Process:Interested individuals can apply for the position at
this link . A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief, at joshua.bonkowsky@hsc.utah.edu.The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.Special Instructions for Candidates:Open Date:
03/02/2021Close Date:
Open Until FilledRequisition Number:
PRN02586FType:
FacultyPosting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatrics?
yesno
* Are you BE/BC in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology?
YesNoIn last year of fellowship training
* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
YesNo
* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
YesNo
* One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
YesNo
Required Documents:
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:
Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
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