Open Rank of Neurology - Albuquerque, United States - University of New Mexico

Description

Open Rank of Neurology - Multiple Sclerosis

Posting Number
req25563

Employment Type
Faculty

Faculty Type
Open Rank

Hiring Department
Neurology Adult (490B)

Academic Location
School of Medicine

Benefits Eligible
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The University of New MexicoDepartment of Neurology seeks a boardcertified/board eligible Neurologist to join our MultipleSclerosis/Neuroimmunology team. The MS faculty will be part of a careteam that manages MS, NMO, and other neuroimmune disorders in the outpatientclinic. The MS division is staffed with a full time RN, MA, PA, PharmD, Pharmtech and patient care coordinator to support patients and faculty.

We have a robust clinical trialsprogram and are currently enrolling in several cutting-edge clinical trials forMS drugs. FTE is offered to interested faculty and we have full time studycoordinator support. FTE is also available to do independent research inneuroimaging, immunology, epidemiology, genetics or other areas of interest. Asan academic institution, additional FTE may be available for faculty interestedin additional leadership and teaching responsibilities.

About the University of New MexicoNeurology Department: The University of New Mexico is theonly Academic Medical Center in the state that is associated with a MedicalSchool. The Department of Neurology has 42 full-time and part-time attendingphysicians and is home to a well-established Residency and several Fellowshipprograms. UNM is a mission-driven institution that provides access to highquality, comprehensive and specialty care to people across the state of NewMexico.

About Albuquerque, NewMexico: Albuquerque, NM is abeautiful city with the 10,000 ft Sandia Mountains to the east and mesa desertto the west. The beautiful high desert environment provides more than 310 daysof sunshine and the variety of all four seasons. Temperatures rarely get to100F in the summer with humidity running in the teens. It is ideal for outdooractivities and sports all year-round including running, hiking, biking andskiing. Albuquerque is 1 hour from Santa Fe, NM and 2.5 hours from Taos, NM,both world famous for their art and culture. The State of New Mexico ismulticultural and diverse with 19 indigenous native pueblos, Navajo reservationand three Apache tribal lands. We have excellent local cuisine, breathtakingsunsets, numerous cultural and historic sites, lakes, rivers, deserts andmountains.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD Degree or equivalent
• Board certified/board eligible in Neurology
• Eligible for Medical licensure in the state of New Mexico
• Completed one year of Neuroimmunology fellowship trainingprior to start date
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of clinical experience managing MS patients
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion,student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach a Cover Letter and CV. For assistance with the application process, contact Norma Dye at

For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 6/27/2023. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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