Neurologist - Neuromuscular Section Head

The Neurology Department at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an outstanding established academic Neuromuscular Neurologist to lead their Neuromuscular Section. The neuromuscular section at UT Southwestern is nationally recognized for clinical care, education and research with outstanding faculty who have a wide range of expertise including notable programs in pediatric neuromuscular disorders, myasthenia gravis, myositis, motor neuron disease and muscular dystrophies. We provide clinical care as well as neurodiagnostics (EMG/NCS, autonomic testing, neuromuscular ultrasound, skin & muscle biopsy). The section provides fellowship training for up to 3 neuromuscular fellows per year and has organized an annual national neuromuscular symposium for the past 44 years. Clinical research is supported by a team of 4 clinical research coordinators and the O'Donnell Brain Institute.Applicants can expect an opportunity for a well-balanced portfolio of teaching, research, and clinical service with generous support to recruit additional faculty and develop clinical and research programs. Ideally, the neuromuscular section leader will be a recognized expert in a subspecialty neuromuscular area and have a track record of funded clinical or translational research. Candidates must be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Texas. The successful candidate should be board-certified by the ABPN for adult or child neurology and in neuromuscular medicine. Academic rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than full-time schedule.Interested candidates should apply at: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/NM Section Head ExpectationsProvide high quality, specialized clinical care and set an example of professionalismRecruitment of high-quality clinical facultySupport and mentorship of faculty in the sectionSupervision of clinical operations, advanced practice providers and staffGoal setting for the section and facilitate communication within the section and between the section and department leadershipLeadership and support in developing clinical, education and research programsAdvancing a personal impactful research program

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit: https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!