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Epileptologist jobs are open across academic medical centers, health systems, children's hospitals, and private neurology practices, from early-career fellowship-trained positions to senior attending and program-director roles, with specializations in pediatric epilepsy, surgical epilepsy evaluation, and neurodiagnostics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Position/Rank Pediatric Epileptologist / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00861 - Pediatric Neurology
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
Details
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Epileptologist to join our Division of Pediatric Neurology. The Pediatric Epileptologist will provide high-level care, including attending on the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, as well as providing comprehensive EEG reading services including surgical epilepsy. Academic expectations include active research participation, trainee oversight (pediatric epilepsy fellowship, child neurology trainees, and clinical neurophysiology fellows), as well as some component of general child neurology. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT, and Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Services Center in Salt Lake City.
The Division of Pediatric Neurology maintains an excellent collegial relationship with our pediatric neurosurgical and neuroimaging colleagues, as well as adult programs both at the University of Utah and Intermountain Health throughout the region. The Epilepsy Section is active in all aspects of epilepsy care including ketogenic diet, surgical epilepsy, neuromodulation, and gene-related therapies. Beyond this, the Division provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. Epilepsy remains tightly integrated within a larger, collaborative Division in which nearly all pediatric neurology services are delivered through our group. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will participate in education and scholarly activity with opportunities in quality improvement and advocacy.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatrics and Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology, and have completed subspecialty training in epilepsy. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu . The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.
Salt Lake City and surrounding areas offer great schools, arts and entertainment, and endless possibilities for sports and recreation. A strong economy and moderate cost of living make Utah a perfect choice to call home. The Salt Lake International Airport is a major hub and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European and Asian cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211406 . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology, at joshua.bonkowsky@hsc.utah.edu , and/or Matthew Sweney, M.D., Chief of Epilepsy Section, at matthew.sweney@hsc.utah.edu .
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located athttps://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 10/30/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04162F
Type Faculty
Position Information
Position/Rank Pediatric Epileptologist / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00861 - Pediatric Neurology
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
Details
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Epileptologist to join our Division of Pediatric Neurology. The Pediatric Epileptologist will provide high-level care, including attending on the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, as well as providing comprehensive EEG reading services including surgical epilepsy. Academic expectations include active research participation, trainee oversight (pediatric epilepsy fellowship, child neurology trainees, and clinical neurophysiology fellows), as well as some component of general child neurology. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT, and Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Services Center in Salt Lake City.
The Division of Pediatric Neurology maintains an excellent collegial relationship with our pediatric neurosurgical and neuroimaging colleagues, as well as adult programs both at the University of Utah and Intermountain Health throughout the region. The Epilepsy Section is active in all aspects of epilepsy care including ketogenic diet, surgical epilepsy, neuromodulation, and gene-related therapies. Beyond this, the Division provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. Epilepsy remains tightly integrated within a larger, collaborative Division in which nearly all pediatric neurology services are delivered through our group. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will participate in education and scholarly activity with opportunities in quality improvement and advocacy.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatrics and Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology, and have completed subspecialty training in epilepsy. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu . The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.
Salt Lake City and surrounding areas offer great schools, arts and entertainment, and endless possibilities for sports and recreation. A strong economy and moderate cost of living make Utah a perfect choice to call home. The Salt Lake International Airport is a major hub and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European and Asian cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211406 . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology, at joshua.bonkowsky@hsc.utah.edu , and/or Matthew Sweney, M.D., Chief of Epilepsy Section, at matthew.sweney@hsc.utah.edu .
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located athttps://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 10/30/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04162F
Type Faculty
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in epileptologist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of an ACGME-accredited epilepsy fellowship
- Board certification or active candidacy in neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Clinical experience interpreting long-term EEG monitoring and ambulatory EEG studies
- Proficiency in presurgical epilepsy evaluation including Wada testing and cortical mapping
- State medical licensure and DEA registration in the state of employment
- Experience managing pediatric or adult refractory epilepsy in an inpatient epilepsy monitoring unit
Tips for Your Epileptologist Job Search
Quantify your EEG and EMU volume
Hiring committees want to know how many EEGs you've read and how many patients you've managed in an epilepsy monitoring unit. Add those numbers to your CV under each training position so reviewers can assess your procedural depth at a glance.
Tailor your CV to the practice model
An academic program wants your publications, grant history, and teaching roles front and center. A community neurology group cares more about outpatient throughput and call coverage. Reorder your CV sections to match the specific practice type before you apply.
Filter openings by surgical program status
Many epileptologist roles are tied to whether a center has a level-three or level-four epilepsy program and an active surgical pipeline. Target your search by program designation so you're applying to institutions where your fellowship training in presurgical evaluation is actually relevant.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists epileptologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for clinical scenario questions
Interviews for epileptologist positions routinely include case-based questions about managing refractory focal epilepsy, interpreting ictal semiology, or counseling around SUDEP risk. Walk through at least two complex cases you managed during fellowship so your reasoning is sharp and specific before the interview.
Negotiate protected research or teaching time upfront
Academic and academic-community hybrid roles often advertise protected time but define it vaguely in the offer letter. Ask during negotiations exactly how many clinical sessions per week are required and get any protected time commitment written into the contract before you sign.
Epileptologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most epileptologists?
The companies hiring the most epileptologists right now include Sutter Health, University of Utah, and Baylor Scott & White Health, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Georgia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic health systems and children's hospital networks tend to post the most openings at any given time given their epilepsy monitoring unit staffing needs.
How many epileptologist jobs are remote?
About 8% of epileptologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low compared to many medical specialties given the hands-on nature of EEG review and inpatient EMU coverage. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or hybrid arrangements are outpatient teleneurology consultations and remote EEG interpretation roles with ambulatory monitoring services.
How do you become an epileptologist?
You complete medical school, an ACGME-accredited neurology residency of at least three years, and then a one- to two-year clinical neurophysiology or epilepsy fellowship at an accredited program. After fellowship, you become board eligible in neurology and can pursue added qualification in clinical neurophysiology. Most epileptologist positions require fellowship completion before your start date, not just enrollment.
How do you get hired as an epileptologist with little or no attending experience?
Most epileptologist openings that list experience requirements will consider a fellowship-trained candidate who is within one year of completing training, so your fellowship itself counts as the relevant experience. Highlight any independent call coverage you took during fellowship, the volume and complexity of cases you managed, and any research or quality-improvement projects you led. Letters from your program director and key faculty carry significant weight for early-career candidates.
What does the epileptologist interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen with a department chief or physician recruiter, followed by an on-site visit that includes a tour of the epilepsy monitoring unit, meetings with neurology faculty and department leadership, a case-based clinical presentation, and often a session with hospital administration. Community and private-practice roles may skip the grand-rounds-style presentation but will still include clinical scenario discussions and a conversation about call structure and compensation.
Where can I find and apply to epileptologist jobs?
You can find and apply to epileptologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from academic medical centers, health systems, children's hospitals, and private neurology practices across the United States. Find roles that match your training and career goals and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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