Assistant Professor of Clinical - Pediatric Neurology
University of Miami

Job Info

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The Department of Neurology at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology in the Pediatric Neurology Division.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The incumbent will provide care for the inpatient and outpatient services at JMH and outpatient Neurology clinics in the University of Miami Medical Campus and satellite facilities. The primary clinical focus will be in the evaluation and treatment (as it pertains to children) of developmental delay, academic deficiencies/learning disorder, epilepsy, childhood onset migraine and other headache syndromes, movement disorders, and neuromuscular disorders. The incumbent will also be expected to provide teaching to students, residents, and fellows in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.

This position will be reporting to the Chief of the Division of Child Neurology and the Chairman of the Department of Neurology.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Treatment and prevention of neurological diseases in children

Follow patients with childhood onset neurological diseases

Active participation in the training program of the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Neurology Residency Training Program

Attendance at resident and fellowship events and conferences

Training of house staff from the JMH Pediatric Residency Program

Preparation and presentation at teaching conferences

Participation in research programs

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience:

• Requires an MD degree from a recognized accredited University (or foreign equivalent).
  
• Eligible to acquire a valid Florida medical license
  
• Board certified in Neurology
  

• Trained in reading/interpretation of EEGs
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Good communications skills (face to face, over the phone and in writing)
  
• Excellent customer service skills Ability to work collaboratively with other employees.
  

• Good organizational skills.
  

Application Procedures:

To apply for this position, please provide the following:

• A brief statement of your interest in the program and your career goals
  

• Curriculum vitae
  

• Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak both to your clinical skills and to your potential as an independent investigator
  

Please apply by submitting this online application and sending the required documentation to: Dr. Robert Lopez Alberola, Pediatric Neurology Division Chief (rlopez@med.miami.edu)

Current Employees:

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Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Faculty-UMMG

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