About The Position

The Department of Neurology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, is seeking a nationally recognized and visionary leader to serve as Director of the Stroke Division. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished stroke neurologist to lead a dynamic, multidisciplinary team within a thriving academic health system committed to excellence in clinical care, research, and education.

Requirements

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school; board-certified in Neurology with fellowship training in Vascular Neurology.
  • Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • Minimum of 5 years post-fellowship experience in stroke care, with proven leadership in academic medicine.
  • Strong record of clinical excellence, scholarly activity, and program development.
  • Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring faculty or trainees.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic and clinical work.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Stroke Division, aligning with the department and health system’s mission and goals.
  • Develop and expand innovative clinical programs including telestroke, inpatient and outpatient stroke care, and stroke prevention initiatives.
  • Foster a culture of excellence in research, with support to build clinical, translational, and health services research initiatives.
  • Mentor and develop faculty, fellows, and residents, contributing to a strong academic environment.
  • Collaborate with Jefferson Health leadership to enhance the reach and quality of stroke care across the health system, including comprehensive and primary stroke centers.
  • Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission certification requirements.

Benefits

  • medical (including prescription)
  • supplemental insurance
  • dental
  • vision
  • life and AD&D insurance
  • short- and long-term disability
  • flexible spending accounts
  • retirement plans
  • tuition assistance
  • voluntary benefits
  • tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service
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