Academic Neurologist/Movement Disorders

Academic Neurologist/Movement DisordersCollege/School/Unit: Dell Medical SchoolDepartment: NeurologyAbout Dell Medical SchoolAs part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter-professional education.The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. With two new, state-of-the-art hospitals - A UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world-class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.About the Department of NeurologyThe Department of Neurology is comprised of faculty representing a wide range of specialties in adult and pediatric neurology with a focus on delivering outstanding care to the community.The Department's mission is to transform the health and lives of the diverse communities we serve. To accomplish this our priorities are to:Deliver exceptional multidisciplinary neurological care for children and adultsProvide comprehensive education for students, clinicians, patients, and the communityConduct and disseminate world-class neuroscience research focused on therapiesAbout the Academic Neurologist/Movement Disorders PositionThe Department of Neurology at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School is recruiting a full-time academic neurologist to develop a comprehensive program in movement disorders. The candidate must be board-certified or board-eligible in neurology and have completed a fellowship with a focus on movement disorders.The ideal candidate will have requisite skills to diagnose and treat patients with movement disorders. We seek individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.Essential Functions:Serve as a clinical content expert on adult movement disorders for Dell Medical School.Participate in strategic planning and other efforts directly tied to the development and growth of a new comprehensive movement disorders program as well as a new Dell Med based general diagnostic neurology clinicDevelop partnerships with referring physicians, hospitals, and ancillary providers in Austin and Central TexasAssist in the creation of a data and evaluation infrastructure for regularly assessing the clinical quality and cost outcomes for patientsParticipate in the development and implementation of Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education curricula related to evaluation and management of common general neurology issues with a focus on movement disordersTrain and mentor medical students and residents on new models of care and clinical practiceDevelop and foster an atmosphere of scientific and academic inquiry in conjunction with trainees and researchers within the multidisciplinary teamCollaborate with other schools at The University of Texas at Austin on multidisciplinary, value-based care modelsActively participate in the academic department by all required departmental policies.QualificationsRequired:Current Board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (or board eligible if within two years of residency)Fellowship training with a concentration on movement disordersUnrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas (or the ability to obtain prior to appointment)Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environmentOutstanding clinical teaching skillsInnovative self-starter with a commitment to excellenceExcellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skillsEligible for appointment as an Assistant or Associate or Professor rank in the Department of Neurology, Dell Medical School, at UT AustinEqual Employment Opportunity StatementThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06