Assistant Professor of Neurology/Cognitive Disorder

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes to making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 17,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

The Department of Neurology, Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami Health System is initiating a search for an Assistant Professor of Neurology in the Cognitive Division.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Strong clinical background in Cognitive/Memory Disorders Diseases
• Clinical care of patients at the Uhealth satellite clinics and inpatient service
• Participate in educational and mentorship activities of the Cognitive Division and Department of Neurology
• Care for patients in the UHealthSystem outpatient settings
• Train/mentor physicians and staff
• Preparation and presentation at teaching conferences
• Support the clinical and educational program in Memory Diseases
• Obtain data and results that can be used to submit an application for future clinical research awards
• Strong clinical and research background in the areas of clinical or translational research in Cognitive/Memory Disorders Diseases

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MD/DO from a recognized accredited University (or foreign equivalent)
• Cognitive/Memory disorders fellowship required
• BE/BC in Neurology is strongly recommended
• Eligible for Florida medical license

For additional information, contact:

James E. Galvin, MD, MPH

Chief, Division of Cognitive Neurology

jeg200@miami.edu 

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 17,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

The University of Miami Health System is transforming health care in South Florida and beyond. When you work with our nationally-ranked physicians who provide life-saving treatment, or when you support researchers who are seeking cures and treatments, you become part of an exciting enterprise. And, working together, we are making South Florida a destination for health care.

From nurses to lab technicians, receptionists to assistants, food service workers to pharmacy employees, the University of Miami Health System is the place for you and your career aspirations. As the only university health system in South Florida, we offer unique careers throughout our network of three hospitals and two dozen outpatient facilities located in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Collier counties.

• Competitive salaries
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave and Floating Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance (several options available)
• Access to State-of-the-Art Wellness Center
• Flexible Schedules
• Work/Life Balance
• Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem