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Academic Movement Disorders Physician Assistant Professor AC Track

Assistant Professor

August 22, 2026

Location

Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Type

Academic / Faculty (Non-Tenure AC Track)

Teaching Load

Medical students, residents, fellows; departmental lectures

Required Qualifications

M.D. or equivalent
Board Certified/Eligible in Neurology
Movement Disorders Fellowship preferred
Expertise in Parkinson's disease & movement disorders
Botulinum toxin injection & neurostimulator management encouraged

Research Areas

Movement Disorders
Parkinson's Disease
Clinical Trials (optional)
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Academic Movement Disorders Physician Assistant Professor AC Track

The Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of evaluation and management of Parkinson's disease, related disorders and other movement disorders. Expertise in botulinum toxin injection and management of neurostimulators is strongly encouraged. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology.

Teaching responsibilities may include may include the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as formal lecture opportunities within the department. Completion of Fellowship in Movement Disorders is strongly preferred.

Clinical responsibilities may include out-patient consultations and ongoing care of patients with Movement Disorders. Supervision of residents clinic and a minor component of inpatient care of general neurology patients (approximately 1-2 weeks per year) may be required.

Clinical care will be primarily at Pennsylvania Hospital, but some coverage of satellite clinics in suburban locations may be available.

Opportunities for participation in clinical trials in roles such as site investigator may present themselves. Research is not required for faculty on the AC Track however the successful candidate may participate in collaborative research publication.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Application Instructions

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/152033

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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🎓What qualifications are required for this Assistant Professor position?

Candidates must hold an M.D. or equivalent degree and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology. Completion of a Fellowship in Movement Disorders is strongly preferred. Expertise in evaluation and management of Parkinson's disease, related disorders, and other movement disorders is required; skills in botulinum toxin injections and neurostimulator management are encouraged. Learn more about writing a winning academic CV.

🏥What are the clinical responsibilities?

Responsibilities include outpatient consultations and ongoing care for movement disorders patients, supervision of residents' clinics, and minor inpatient general neurology care (1-2 weeks/year). Primary site is Pennsylvania Hospital, with possible satellite clinics. Explore faculty jobs in medicine.

📚What teaching duties are involved?

Teaching encompasses medical students, residents, fellows, and formal departmental lectures. This academic clinician track emphasizes clinical education. See tips for attracting talent in higher ed.

🔬Is research required, and what opportunities exist?

Research is not required on the AC Track, but candidates may participate in collaborative research publications and clinical trials as site investigators. Focus is primarily clinical. Check research jobs for related roles.

📝How do I apply for this University of Pennsylvania Neurology position?

Apply via the Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/152033. The University is an EOE encouraging diverse applicants. Review academic faculty positions for more opportunities.
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