Instructor in Neurosurgery

Job Title
Instructor in Neurosurgery


Requisition Number
FE04085


Working Title
Functional Fellowship


Department Name
7H853:NEUROSURGERY


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Type of Position
Faculty


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track


Required Education

M.D., D.O. or equivalent degree



Required Related Experience

Evidence of appropriate research training and/or equivalent experience in Neurosurgery or related disciplines. This training/experience should be of an adequate type and duration to prepare the individual for development of an independent research program.



Required License/Registration/Certification

License to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Must obtain Kentucky medical licensure before appointment.

Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurosurgery



Job Summary

The Department of Neurosurgery is recruiting for a Functional Fellow to support the Department. The faculty member in this position will report to the Director of the fellowship and the Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery.

The primary responsibilities for this position will be: participate in clinical teaching activities and provide direct or consultative neurological care for patients (adults and/or children) with neurosurgical illness in. In addition, this position will attend on the Neurosurgical inpatient unit and/or consultative services and/or provide coverage for other faculty, and acquire and improve skills in research and teaching pertinent to future leadership roles in Academic Medicine.

Along with the application, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae. Applications will be reviewed as received. This position will remain open until filled.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Demonstrated proficiency in patient care, teaching, communication skills, and time management skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and work well with multidisciplinary professionals in varied organizational and community relationships.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


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