Academic Movement Disorders Physician - Assistant Professor - AC Track



Location:

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date:

Aug 22, 2024

Close Date:

Aug 22, 2026

Description:

The Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of evaluation and management of Parkinson's disease, related disorders and other movement disorders. Expertise in botulinum toxin injection and management of neurostimulators is strongly encouraged. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology.

Teaching responsibilities may include may include the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as formal lecture opportunities within the department. Completion of Fellowship in Movement Disorders is strongly preferred.

Clinical responsibilities may include out-patient consultations and ongoing care of patients with Movement Disorders. Supervision of residents clinic and a minor component of inpatient care of general neurology patients (approximately 1-2 weeks per year) may be required.

Clinical care will be primarily at Pennsylvania Hospital, but some coverage of satellite clinics in suburban locations may be available.

Opportunities for participation in clinical trials in roles such as site investigator may present themselves.  Research is not required for faculty on the AC Track however the successful candidate may participate in collaborative research publication.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street,  Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).