Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurologist, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine [R0139774]

University of Nevada, Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a full-time pediatric faculty member at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor to join its Section of Neurology. The successful candidate must demonstrate solid clinical, teaching and leadership skills, have excellent interpersonal skills, be team oriented, and embrace educational innovation. This role will be centered around the primary and subspecialty care clinical setting. Clinical care will be provided at area hospitals to include Sunrise/Children's Hospital, UMC/Children's Hospital and others as assigned. Outpatient clinical care will be provided at the UNLV Health Faculty Practice plan clinic(s). Additional administrative responsibilities may include participation on hospital, departmental and university committees, and pediatric outreach activities/advocacy. This is a non-tenure track position. The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education, research and health care. Our school is an inclusive and engaged community and recognizes the added value that students, faculty and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. We strive to develop culturally competent graduates to care for the residents of Nevada and the nation.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Board Certified in Pediatrics prior to start date.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Nevada medical license.
• Ability to be successfully credentialed by affiliated teaching hospitals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pediatric neurology.
• Demonstrated support for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in primary and subspecialty settings.
• Participate in hospital, departmental, and university committees.
• Engage in pediatric outreach activities and advocacy.
• Embrace educational innovation and contribute to teaching.

Benefits

• Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• No state income tax.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree