Assistant Professor - MCG-Neurology

Job Summary

The Department of Neurology at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking an Epileptologist. This position will provide patient care in our outpatient Neurology clinic, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and provide oversight and mentorship for Neurology residents, fellows and medical students. Engagement in clinical research is strongly encouraged.

Since 1977, MCG's epilepsy program has been a nationally recognized referral center and has performed thousands of epilepsy-related surgeries. The Augusta University Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is a Level IV center.

The Neuroscience Center of Excellence at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University offers expert patient care in a variety of neurological and neurosurgical subspecialties. Our program includes the first ALS Association certified center in Georgia, a National Parkinson's Center of Excellence, a National Association of Epilepsy level 4 center, a 20 bed Neurocritical Care Unit, a comprehensive stroke program accredited by the Joint Commission of Healthcare Organizations, as well as child and adult neurology residency programs and multiple subspecialty fellowships.

Medical College of Georgia is Georgia's only state-supported medical school. Established in 1828, it is one of the 10 largest medical schools. This position is based at the main campus in Augusta, Georgia. Augusta is Georgia's second largest city and is home to the Masters Golf Tournament and Ironman 70.3 competition. The city hosts urban and suburban living with a variety of restaurants, play houses, concerts, a newly renovated symphony hall and a recently constructed minor league baseball venue for the affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. Cost of living is low and lifestyle options include outdoor activities such as equestrian, golf, fishing, kayaking, along with miles of cycling and running paths. Augusta is located in proximity to Atlanta, Charlotte, Charleston, and Savannah as well as the seacoast and mountains.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of an ACGME fellowship in clinical neurophysiology.

Minimum Requirements

MD or equivalent. Completion of an accredited neurology residency program.

The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited Neurology residency program, have completed an epilepsy fellowship and be board certified or board eligible in Neurology. Academic appointment will be commensurate with experience.

How To Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty. Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

Candidates should send an updated CV and a letter of interest to:

Debra T. Moore-Hill, MD MPH
Associate Professor
Chief, Adult Epilepsy
Department of Neurology
Dmoorehill@augusta.edu

Jeffrey A. Switzer, DO, MCTS, FAHA, FAAN
Professor and Chair
Department of Neurology
jswitzer@augusta.edu