The University of Iowa
Department of Neurology

Faculty Position in Epilepsy

The University of Iowa, Department of Neurology, is recruiting a faculty member specializing in Epilepsy. This appointment will be offered on the tenure or clinical track, with rank based on the candidate's qualifications. The position involves:

• Delivery of outpatient care in the Department of Neurologys Epilepsy Clinic.
• Attending on the inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
• Reading EEG and IOM studies in the EEG laboratory.
• Taking EEG call responsibilities.

The successful candidate will join a team of six adult epileptologists and two additional EEG/IOM readers. The University of Iowa Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is the only NAEC Level 4 epilepsy center in the state of Iowa, offering cutting-edge care and research opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• MD / DO degree or equivalent.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Neurology.
• Completion of a fellowship in EEG, Epilepsy, or Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Iowa.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology, with added qualifications in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching students and residents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• A significant track record of academic or educational accomplishments.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

About the Department of Neurology:

The Department of Neurology at the University of Iowa consists of over 40 full-time faculty members who provide leadership locally, nationally, and internationally across a variety of subspecialties, including:

• Cognitive Neurology
• Cerebrovascular Disease
• Clinical Electrophysiology
• Epilepsy
• Movement Disorders
• Neuroimmunology/Multiple Sclerosis
• Neuromuscular Disease
• Neuropsychology
• Sleep Disorders

The department has a long-standing tradition of excellence in research, with a well-established infrastructure to support clinical and research investigations. It also benefits from an outstanding patient population that facilitates advancements in various areas of clinical care.

About the University of Iowa:

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States. As Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center, it provides an outstanding environment for both clinical practice and research. More than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work daily to provide high-quality care and excellent service to patients. Our mission is:
Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Compensation and Benefits:

The University of Iowa offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collegial professional environment.

For more information, please contact:
Melissa Middleton
Sr. Recruiter, University of Iowa
melissa-middleton@uiowa.edu 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential verification.