Associate Professor of Neurology Jobs
Associate Professor of Neurology jobs are open across academic medical centers, research universities, and health systems, at levels from early-career to tenured, with specializations in clinical neurology, translational research, and neurological subspecialties such as epilepsy or movement disorders. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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 associate professor of neurology jobs.
- MD, DO, or MD-PhD with board certification or eligibility in Neurology
- Active or eligible clinical license in the state of employment
- Demonstrated history of peer-reviewed publications in neurological science
- Experience or eligibility to serve as principal investigator on extramural grants
- Prior academic teaching experience at the medical student or resident level
- Subspecialty clinical or research expertise in an area of departmental need
Tips for Your Associate Professor of Neurology Job Search
Tailor your CV to each department
Academic neurology departments weight different outputs differently. A research-intensive R1 university cares most about your grant history and publications, while a clinically focused program prioritizes patient volume and teaching evaluations. Reorganize your CV so the section that matches their priorities appears first.
Name your subspecialty in your cover letter
Generic applications lose out to candidates who connect their subspecialty directly to the department's existing gaps. If the posting mentions a stroke program expansion, lead with your stroke research or clinical fellowship, not your general neurology background.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate 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.
Secure strong letters before applying
Most academic neurology searches require three to four letters, and search committees notice when letters arrive late or seem generic. Confirm your references are available and briefed on the specific role before you submit your application packet.
Prepare a research statement with five-year funding goals
Departments at research universities expect a research statement that maps your current NIH or private-foundation funding to concrete aims over the next five years. Vague statements about future directions stall applications that otherwise look strong on paper.
Ask about protected research time early in negotiations
Many associate professor candidates lose protected research time by not raising it until after an offer is made. During your on-site visit, ask the division chief directly what percentage of your effort is protected from clinical duties in year one and how that is contractually structured.
Associate Professor of Neurology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate professor of neurologys?
The most active employers for associate 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 affiliated with large health systems tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many associate professor of neurology jobs are remote?
About 3% of associate professor of neurology openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the clinical and in-person teaching obligations most roles carry. The sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote arrangements are administrative leadership roles and research-only faculty positions with no direct patient care duties.
How do you become a associate professor of neurology?
You typically complete medical school, a neurology residency, and at least one fellowship in a subspecialty area, then build a record of publications, teaching, and grant activity as an assistant professor before being reviewed for promotion. Committees evaluate your research output, clinical reputation, and service contributions before approving the associate professor rank.
How do you get hired as an associate professor of neurology with little faculty experience?
Departments sometimes hire candidates directly into the associate professor rank from a senior fellowship or industry research role if the candidate brings a funded grant, a strong publication record, or a highly sought subspecialty expertise such as neuroimmunology or behavioral neurology. Framing your non-faculty experience around equivalent academic outputs, like peer-reviewed papers and invited lectures, helps search committees evaluate you on merit rather than title.
What does the associate professor of neurology interview process look like?
Most academic neurology searches begin with a screening call from the search committee chair, followed by an on-site visit that includes a research or clinical grand rounds presentation, one-on-one meetings with department faculty and the division chief, a tour of research or clinical facilities, and a meeting with the dean or chair of medicine. The full process from initial contact to offer typically involves multiple rounds of stakeholder input before a formal recommendation is made.
Where can I find and apply to associate professor of neurology jobs?
You can find and apply to associate 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 the roles that match your subspecialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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