University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Neurologist - Movement Disorders
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Elkins Hills, North Carolina, United States
Posting Information
Department: Neurology - 411801
Posting Open Date: 05/10/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Position Type: Permanent Faculty
Working Title: Neurologist - Movement Disorders
Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID: FAC0005067
Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week: 40
FTE: 1
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2025
Position Summary The Department of Neurology of the University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine is seeking a full-time academic position for a Board Certified/Eligible neurologist with specific interest and experience in Movement Disorders and neuromodulation techniques such as deep brain stimulation and focused ultrasound ablation. This is a fixed-term appointment at the Assistant to Full Professor level for a fellowship trained movement disorder neurologist.
The candidate will join six other movement disorder specialists in the Department of Neurology, providing ambulatory and intraoperative support for planning and programming surgical options for movement disorders. This position involves predominantly outpatient clinical duties focused on patient‑centered care and operative planning/monitoring, as well as teaching residents, fellows, and medical students. Attendance on the inpatient neurology service 2–8 weeks per year is a common requirement for clinical faculty positions.
The ideal candidate will have fellowship training that includes: (1) surgical planning of available targets for symptomatic management of movement disorders; (2) intraoperative micro‑electrode recording experience; (3) programming of deep brain stimulation devices.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent.
Completed ACGME‑certified Neurology residency.
Board Certified/Eligible Neurologist with fellowship training in movement disorders.
Board‑eligible or board‑certified/eligible in Neurology and a valid North Carolina medical license.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience planning for focused ultrasound ablation.
Application Procedure Please apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280242, and attach CV, cover letter, and the names and email addresses of three references. Materials should be addressed to: Chair of Department of Neurology, Gwenn Garden, MD, PhD, and Nina Browner, MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 170 Manning Drive, CB 7025, Chapel Hill, NC 27599.
Contact Information
Le'Quisha Person, HR Consultant – lequisha_person@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office: 919‑962‑1091 or facultyrecruitment@unc.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Department: Neurology - 411801
Posting Open Date: 05/10/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Position Type: Permanent Faculty
Working Title: Neurologist - Movement Disorders
Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID: FAC0005067
Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week: 40
FTE: 1
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2025
Position Summary The Department of Neurology of the University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine is seeking a full-time academic position for a Board Certified/Eligible neurologist with specific interest and experience in Movement Disorders and neuromodulation techniques such as deep brain stimulation and focused ultrasound ablation. This is a fixed-term appointment at the Assistant to Full Professor level for a fellowship trained movement disorder neurologist.
The candidate will join six other movement disorder specialists in the Department of Neurology, providing ambulatory and intraoperative support for planning and programming surgical options for movement disorders. This position involves predominantly outpatient clinical duties focused on patient‑centered care and operative planning/monitoring, as well as teaching residents, fellows, and medical students. Attendance on the inpatient neurology service 2–8 weeks per year is a common requirement for clinical faculty positions.
The ideal candidate will have fellowship training that includes: (1) surgical planning of available targets for symptomatic management of movement disorders; (2) intraoperative micro‑electrode recording experience; (3) programming of deep brain stimulation devices.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent.
Completed ACGME‑certified Neurology residency.
Board Certified/Eligible Neurologist with fellowship training in movement disorders.
Board‑eligible or board‑certified/eligible in Neurology and a valid North Carolina medical license.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience planning for focused ultrasound ablation.
Application Procedure Please apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280242, and attach CV, cover letter, and the names and email addresses of three references. Materials should be addressed to: Chair of Department of Neurology, Gwenn Garden, MD, PhD, and Nina Browner, MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 170 Manning Drive, CB 7025, Chapel Hill, NC 27599.
Contact Information
Le'Quisha Person, HR Consultant – lequisha_person@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office: 919‑962‑1091 or facultyrecruitment@unc.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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