Pediatrics Neurology

University of Maryland • Baltimore, MD

21h • $220,000 - $235,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Neurology is expanding its program and seeking a physician or physician scientist. This role is open to candidates at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor level. The position requires a medical degree, board certification/eligibility in pediatrics, and eligibility for an unrestricted license in Maryland. A strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and teamwork is essential. The final rank and tenure status will be determined by the candidate's experience. The division offers a collegial environment, opportunities to collaborate with experts in various fields including neuroradiology, behavioral pediatrics, neuropsychology, genetics, and the Shock-Trauma Center, as well as faculty from the Neuroscience Graduate Program. The position includes a strong inpatient and outpatient epilepsy practice with inpatient monitoring capabilities. The department is equipped with a state-of-the-art 52-bed Level IV NICU, a 19-bed PICU, a 6-bed IMC, 29 general pediatric beds, and a 20-bed Pediatric Emergency Department. The hospital is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report top 50 Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery Center. The division also features a renowned Children’s Headache Program and has expanded critical care, cardiac, and neonatology services. There are opportunities for career development and exploration of new avenues for translational and/or preclinical research. The Division of Behavioral and Developmental Pediatrics is also expanding, offering further collaboration possibilities.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Maryland.
• Medical degree from a recognized accredited domestic university (or foreign equivalent).
• Strong commitment to patient care and teaching.
• Ability to work well in a team setting.
• Certification in Child Neurology.
• Applicants trained in Pediatric Epilepsy and/or Neurophysiology are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in clinical and translational research preferred.
• Experience at the Associate Professor level or higher is preferred for final rank and tenure status.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on epilepsy.
• Participate in inpatient monitoring.
• Collaborate with experts in neuroradiology, behavioral pediatrics, neuropsychology, genetics, and the Shock-Trauma Center.
• Engage with faculty from the Neuroscience Graduate Program.
• Contribute to clinical and translational research.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.

Benefits

• Generous leave package (over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave).
• Unlimited accrual of sick time.
• Dependent tuition remission for any school within the University of Maryland system.
• Excellent pension/retirement plans.
• Competitive salary with bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Professional learning and development programs.

What This Job Offers

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