Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Instructor in Neurology

Requisition Number

FE04744

Working Title

Headache Fellowship

Department Name

7H852:NEUROLOGY

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

M.D., D.O. or equivalent degree

Required Related Experience

Evidence of appropriate research training and/or equivalent experience in Neurology or related disciplines. This training/experience should be of an adequate type and duration to prepare the individual for development of an independent research program.

Required License/Registration/Certification

License to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Must obtain Kentucky medical licensure before appointment.



Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology

Job Summary

The Department of Neurology is recruiting for a Headache Fellow to support the Department. The faculty member in this position will report to the Director of the Headache Fellowship and the Chairman of the Department of Neurology.



The primary responsibilities for this position will be: participate in clinical teaching activities and provide direct or consultative neurological care for patients (adults and/or children) with neurological illness in outpatient and/or outreach clinics as negotiated with the Department Chair. In addition, this position will attend on the Neurology (adult and/or pediatric) inpatient ward and/or consultative services and/or provide coverage for other faculty, and acquire and improve skills in research and teaching pertinent to future leadership roles in Academic Medicine.



Along with the application, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae. Applications will be reviewed as received. This position will remain open until filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Demonstrated proficiency in patient care, teaching, communication skills, and time management skills.



Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and work well with multidisciplinary professionals in varied organizational and community relationships.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Yes

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