Open Rank, Epilepsy Division

The Department of Neurology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking applicants for an Assistant Associate or full Professor of Neurology to join its NAEC level 4 F.E. Dreifuss Comprehensive Epilepsy Program. The ideal candidate will have training and experience with all aspects of clinical epilepsy. The position includes inpatient and outpatient responsibilities specializing in the treatment of patients with epilepsy. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of resident fellow trainees and medical students.

Evidence of academic productivity is highly valued. Rank and compensation is dependent upon qualifications experience and scholarly achievement. This position may be tenure eligible. There are diverse opportunities for emphasis including epilepsy surgery subspecialty clinics clinical trials fellowship education and epilepsy center administration among others.

The University of Virginia and affiliated UVA Health form the premier institution for medical research and clinical care in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The faculty member will be welcomed into the highly collaborative environment of the University of Virginia and have ready access to several research-oriented schools and centers across the University of Virginia grounds which provide a rich platform for shared discovery.

The University of Virginia is located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia just 30 minutes from Shenandoah National Park and 100 miles south of Washington DC. Charlottesville is considered among the best places to live in the US with a vibrant arts and music scene pristine nature local wineries and breweries and tons of small-town charm. We will offer a competitive salary space and a start-up package.

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check drug screen and health assessment prior to their first day of employment per University policy.

For additional information about the position please contact the Search Committee Chair Dr. Binit Shah via email at

This position will remain open until filled. For questions about the application process please contact Amanda Pringle via email at.

Qualified applicants must have an MD DO or other equivalent terminal degree be board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.