The Department of Neurology at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, announces the search for a neurologist, fellowship trained in Movement Disorders, to join its growing Neurodegenerative disease program in the role of clinician educator. Applicants must have a strong interest in working within an Academic environment, and possess academic credentials for a faculty appointment at the appropriate rank.

Additional information about the Department of Neurology can be found here: Neurology Program | Temple Health

Why Temple?

• Temple Neurosciences Center is a leading regional facility for neurological disorders, offering advanced diagnostics, clinical trials, and translational research in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, stroke, neurovirology, and more.
• The Neurodegenerative Disease Center provides multidisciplinary, wraparound care for all forms of movement disorders in a compassionate, one-stop setting.
• Expert team includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, therapists, case managers, nurse educators, and mental health specialists.
• Dedicated to excellence in care, education, and research, including clinical trials, registries, and tissue banking.
• Actively collaborates with the Neuroscience Institute to advance clinical and translational research.

Candidate Qualifications

• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Fellowship trained in Movement Disorders
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license & DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to employment

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position applicants must complete an online application. 

Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to: Paul Katz, MD, Professor & Chair, Neurology, C/O Frank Gallagher, Director, Office of Physician/Faulty Recruitment and Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: Francis.Gallagher@tuhs.temple.edu   

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Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.