Open Rank-Assistant or Associate Professor

Job Summary:

This position will provide clinical care for patients with movement disorder (ataxia, chorea, dystonia, Huntington disease, metabolic movement disorders (such as neurotransmitter disorders or glut-1 transporter deficiency syndrome), myoclonus, rigidity, and parkinsonism) as well as general neurological disorders. The position will include clinical, research, service and teaching. Clinical responsibilities include participation in the outpatient specialty clinic, the outpatient general neurology clinic, and call (a mix of inpatient and outpatient call).

Key Responsibilities:

• Outpatient evaluation of children with Neurological Disorders

• On-going follow-up care both in clinic and by phone, for neurology patients

• Participation in the Tic, Tone and Tremor Clinic

• Participation in Complex Movement Clinic

• Participation in attending coverage of inpatient neurology consult service

• Development of a Deep brain stimulator program

• Collaboration with rehab medicine for the management of complex movement disorders associated with cerebral palsy

• Collaboration of patient care with staff neurologists as appropriate

• Teaching clinical care concepts to NP’s, PA’s, Residents and RNs.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings. The Section of Child Neurology is nationally recognized for providing outstanding consultation, clinical care, and surgery for children and adolescents with neurological disorders.

U.S. News & World Report ranked Child Neurology as one of the top 10 programs in the nation. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise, The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neurology is the referral center for children and adolescents with neurological disorders for much of the western U.S.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

• 0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academic promotion

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Associate Professor:

• 6 or more years of clinical experience
• Prior experience with program development, teaching or research
• Examples of scholarship
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado

• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.

• Current DEA

• Experience with patients with movement disorders is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Willing to collaborate with the medical team to provide the highest quality of care to patients and their families.

• Ability to diagnose and treat patients with neurological diagnoses.

• Knowledge and desire to specialize in movement disorders diagnoses and treatment.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

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