Temple Health is growing its Neurodegenerative Disease Program and is looking for a fellowship-trained Cognitive Neurologist with expertise in dementia and memory disorders to join our team.

This is an opportunity to build a rewarding academic career while doing what matters most—providing exceptional care to patients and families living with cognitive and memory disorders, teaching the next generation of neurologists, and helping advance the field through research and innovation.

Why Temple?

At Temple, you’ll join a collaborative team that brings together neurologists, advanced practice providers, neuropsychology, researchers, and trainees to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex cognitive disorders.

• Make a difference for patients: Care for individuals across the spectrum of cognitive and memory disorders in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Teach and mentor: Work with medical students, residents, fellows, and colleagues in a supportive academic setting.
• Advance research: Participate in clinical trials, registries, and translational research focused on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
• Grow as a leader: Have the opportunity to direct Temple’s Memory Center, working closely with two cognitive neurologists, a nurse practitioner, and a neuropsychology team.
• Build your career: Develop your clinical, academic, and leadership interests with the support of a collegial department and a nationally recognized academic health system.

Candidate Qualifications

• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• BC/BE in Neurology
• Fellowship training in in Dementia/Memory Disorders or Cognitive Neurology
• Eligible for an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license and DEA registration

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.