Epileptologist

The Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a tenure track neurologist interested in epilepsy to join our faculty. The position involves patient care, research and teaching.

SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

A substantial portion of time will be devoted to developing an extramurally funded research program. The candidate will join a team of research faculty and staff conducting cutting-edge research within a collaborative atmosphere.

Clinical activities will include attending in outpatient epilepsy clinics and inpatient EEG and/or IONM services at UW Health Hospitals and Clinics, the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital and/or other affiliated regional locations.

For appointment at the Tenure Track: Duties will be approximately 40% clinical, 60% extramurally funded research, depending on the successful candidate.

The candidate will participate in department resident, fellow, and medical student education programs. They will teach undergraduates, graduate students, residents, fellows, medical students as well as provide continuing education programs for physicians and the public.

The successful candidate will also participate in professional, public, and university service appropriate to the rank and in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of the School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO or MD/PhD is required.

Must have completed neurology residency and have a WI medical license by the time of appointment. Must be ABPN or AOBNP Board eligible or certified in Neurology. Epilepsy, EEG, or clinical neurophysiology fellowship training or equivalent experience required.

Candidates for Associate Professor or Professor must meet criteria for appointment at rank per UW School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment and promotion on the Tenure track.

Required
MD - Physician - State Licensure
Must have completed neurology residency and have a WI medical license by the time of appointment. Must be ABPN or AOBNP Board eligible or certified in Neurology. Epilepsy, EEG, or clinical neurophysiology fellowship training or equivalent experience required.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

JULY 01, 2023

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)

The Department of Neurology has over 60 faculty and 25 advanced practice providers located at 20 S. Park/Meriter Hospital, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and UW Health Clinics. This is a diverse group of generalists and specialists that provides primary, secondary, and tertiary inpatient and outpatient care. The successful candidate will join a world-class institution that encourages, values and supports interdisciplinary basic, clinic and population health research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world.

Madison is the state's capitol city and is well known for offering a small town feel in a medium sized city. It is a great place to raise a family and offers an ideal combination of natural beauty, stimulating cultural events, outstanding schools and outdoor recreation.

This position will be a dual appointment with UW Madison and UW Medical Foundation.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

This position has been identified as a position that will be located in or regularly access UW Health locations. This position will need to adhere to UW Health policies and affiliated requirements. UW Health requires that anyone (all staff, faculty students, volunteers, and other affiliated individuals) working in or regularly accessing UW Health locations receive the COVID-19 primary vaccination series and first booster. This position will be required to adhere to that policy and if not in full compliance to have a plan for achieving full compliance within 40 days of the first day of employment. Additionally, you may be required to adhere to other vaccination requirements. Medical or religious accommodations will be considered.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is June 15, 2023, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:

- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter describing 1) your interest in this position, 2) what you would bring to the Department of Neurology, 3) how the Department could contribute to your career, and 4) how you would contribute to the Department's mission to foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.
- List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Caitlin Staley
caitlin.staley@wisc.edu
608-265-1325
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Professor(FA020) or Associate Professor(FA030) or Assistant Professor(FA040)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEUROLOGY/NEUROLOGY

Faculty

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