Assistant Professor of Neurology Jobs
Assistant Professor of Neurology jobs are open across academic medical centers, research universities, and health systems, at every level from early-career clinician-educator to tenure-track researcher, with specializations in clinical neurology, translational neuroscience, and medical education. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Neurology Department:
The Department of Neurology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) was established in 1973. It has a long-standing history and tradition in the practice and advancement of Clinical Neurosciences by providing the most comprehensive care to patients with neurologic illnesses from Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, brain tumors, Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders, stroke as well as other acute neurologic injuries. The department also has a robust laboratory research program that is particularly focused at advancing our knowledge of neurodegenerative disorders. In addition, UTMB has a highly regarded, fully ACGME-accredited neurology residency training and several other fellowship training programs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Neuro-Oncologist Faculty - The Department of Neurology at UTMB seeks a Fellowship-trained Neuro-Oncologist who will play an important role in the growth of our Neuro-Oncology program. Patients in this program will work with a collaborative team of cancer specialists, including general oncologists, neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, neurointerventional radiologists and others who focus on brain and spine tumors for comprehensive management of neuro-oncological patients. The program also includes a multidisciplinary team of nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, social workers, and other skilled caregivers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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M.D. or D.O. degree.
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Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Neurology.
- Completion of Neuro-Oncology Fellowship.
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A strong commitment to patient care, medical student, resident and fellow education.
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Participation in research and scholarly activities.
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U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to obtain an unrestricted state of Texas Medical License.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas:Information about living in the South Houston and Galveston service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/
APPLY TODAY!! Send a current and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to
Skott Harrington - saharrin@utmb.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Neurology Department:
The Department of Neurology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) was established in 1973. It has a long-standing history and tradition in the practice and advancement of Clinical Neurosciences by providing the most comprehensive care to patients with neurologic illnesses from Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, brain tumors, Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders, stroke as well as other acute neurologic injuries. The department also has a robust laboratory research program that is particularly focused at advancing our knowledge of neurodegenerative disorders. In addition, UTMB has a highly regarded, fully ACGME-accredited neurology residency training and several other fellowship training programs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Neuro-Oncologist Faculty - The Department of Neurology at UTMB seeks a Fellowship-trained Neuro-Oncologist who will play an important role in the growth of our Neuro-Oncology program. Patients in this program will work with a collaborative team of cancer specialists, including general oncologists, neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, neurointerventional radiologists and others who focus on brain and spine tumors for comprehensive management of neuro-oncological patients. The program also includes a multidisciplinary team of nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, social workers, and other skilled caregivers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-
M.D. or D.O. degree.
-
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Neurology.
- Completion of Neuro-Oncology Fellowship.
-
A strong commitment to patient care, medical student, resident and fellow education.
-
Participation in research and scholarly activities.
-
U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to obtain an unrestricted state of Texas Medical License.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas:Information about living in the South Houston and Galveston service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/
APPLY TODAY!! Send a current and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to
Skott Harrington - saharrin@utmb.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor of neurology jobs.
- MD, MD-PhD, or DO with completed residency in neurology
- Board certification or eligibility in neurology by start date
- Active or pending medical licensure in the state of employment
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in neuroscience or clinical neurology
- Experience designing and delivering medical school or residency curriculum
- Ability to maintain an independent or collaborative extramurally funded research program
Tips for Your Assistant Professor of Neurology Job Search
Tailor your CV for academic search committees
Academic neurology search committees scan for teaching philosophy statements, NIH funding history, and publication record in that order. Lead your CV with a concise research and clinical focus statement so reviewers can immediately categorize your profile before reading further.
Distinguish clinician-educator from tenure-track roles
Job postings use these tracks interchangeably but expect very different candidates. Clinician-educator roles prioritize patient volume and curriculum design, while tenure-track positions weight extramural funding potential. Confirm which track a posting is before you customize your cover letter.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant professor of neurology openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Align your subspecialty to department gaps
Neurology departments often post positions to fill specific subspecialty gaps, such as neuro-oncology, epilepsy, or movement disorders. Reading the full position description for clinical service needs lets you frame your subspecialty expertise as the direct solution to their gap.
Prepare a structured research presentation
Most academic neurology interviews include a research or chalk-talk presentation separate from your grand-rounds talk. Practice condensing your five-year research trajectory into twenty minutes, with explicit milestones, funding targets, and how your work integrates with the department's existing programs.
Negotiate startup funds before accepting
Startup packages for assistant professors of neurology vary widely and are almost always negotiable before you sign. Ask specifically about lab space, protected research time percentage, research assistant support, and bridge funding policy, as these terms affect your ability to compete for grants in year one.
Assistant Professor of Neurology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professor of neurologys?
The most active employers for assistant professor of neurologys right now are University of Tennessee, UTHealth Houston, and University of Rochester, and the most openings are in Tennessee, Ohio, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and research universities account for the large majority of active postings.
How many assistant professor of neurology jobs are remote?
About 3% of assistant professor of neurology openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how patient-facing and teaching duties tie most positions to a physical campus or clinical site. Sub-areas such as neuroinformatics, teleneurology, and health-system consulting tend to offer the most location flexibility within this role.
How do you become a assistant professor of neurology?
You become an assistant professor of neurology by completing medical school, a neurology residency, and typically a fellowship in a subspecialty such as epilepsy, stroke, or movement disorders. After training, building a publication record and securing a mentored research experience strengthens your candidacy. Departments then evaluate your clinical skills, teaching portfolio, and research trajectory before extending a faculty offer.
How do you get hired as an assistant professor of neurology with little academic experience?
Departments hiring clinician-educator track assistant professors of neurology often place heavier weight on strong clinical evaluations, residency teaching awards, and demonstrated curriculum contributions than on a lengthy publication list. Applying to community-based medical schools or regional academic health systems, where research expectations are lower and teaching loads are higher, is a practical entry point for candidates earlier in their academic careers.
What does the assistant professor of neurology interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen with the department chair or search committee, followed by a full-day on-site visit. That visit usually includes a grand-rounds or case-based clinical presentation, a separate research or chalk-talk session, one-on-one meetings with faculty and division chiefs, and a conversation with department leadership about protected time, expectations, and startup resources.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor of neurology jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor of neurology jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from academic medical centers, research universities, and health systems across the United States. Find roles that match your subspecialty and career track, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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