Professor of Neurology Jobs
Professor of Neurology jobs are open across academic medical centers, research universities, and health systems, at every level from assistant professor to department chair, with specializations in clinical neurology, translational neuroscience, and neurodegenerative disease. 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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- Education41
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- Science & Research2
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor of neurology jobs.
- MD, DO, or MD-PhD with completed neurology residency and fellowship training
- Active or board-eligible ABPN certification in neurology or a neurology subspecialty
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in neurology or neuroscience
- Experience securing or contributing to NIH or equivalent extramural research funding
- State medical licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure in the hiring state
- Proficiency with academic electronic medical record and clinical documentation systems
Tips for Your Professor of Neurology Job Search
Tailor your CV to the institution type
Research-intensive universities weigh your grant history and publication record heavily, while community medical schools prioritize clinical hours and teaching evaluations. Adjust which accomplishments lead your CV depending on whether the role sits in an R1 or teaching-focused department.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists 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 research statement to the lab's funding gaps
Read the department's recently published grants and active NIH reporter entries before writing your research statement. Framing your work as complementary to, rather than duplicative of, existing faculty programs signals you've done real homework and strengthens your fit argument.
Get your board certification documentation current
Many academic medical centers require active UCNS or ABPN certification before an offer is finalized. Pull your continuing education records and certification renewal dates before you start applying so credentialing delays don't stall an offer after your interview.
Prepare a teaching portfolio before the campus visit
Most neurology faculty searches include a teaching demonstration or grand rounds presentation. Bring syllabi, mentorship examples, and student feedback from prior roles. Search-committee members look for evidence you can build a course, not just deliver lectures.
Negotiate startup funds and protected research time separately
Base salary is rarely the deciding factor in academic neurology offers. Ask explicitly about protected research time percentage, lab space, and startup package during negotiations, and get each commitment in writing before you sign an offer letter.
Professor of Neurology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most professor of neurologys?
The most active employers for 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 research universities tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many professor of neurology jobs are remote?
About 3% of professor of neurology openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical and laboratory demands of most academic neurology roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements are neuroimaging analysis, bioinformatics research, and administrative faculty roles such as curriculum development or program leadership.
How do you become a professor of neurology?
You start by completing medical school, then a neurology residency, and then a fellowship in a subspecialty such as epilepsy, movement disorders, or vascular neurology. After training, you build a publication record, pursue research funding, and apply for junior faculty positions, typically at the assistant professor level, before advancing through promotion and tenure processes.
How do you get hired as a professor of neurology with little academic experience?
Most entry-level academic neurology roles are titled assistant professor and expect candidates who are early in their career. If you're coming directly from fellowship, emphasize any first-author publications, mentored grant awards such as a K-award or institutional career development grant, and any teaching you completed during training, such as resident supervision or medical student clerkship involvement.
What does the professor of neurology interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen with the department chair or search committee chair, followed by a full campus visit. The visit usually includes a research seminar or grand rounds presentation, meetings with individual faculty and division leaders, a teaching demonstration, a session with the dean or department administrator, and a tour of research and clinical facilities.
Where can I find and apply to professor of neurology jobs?
You can find and apply to professor of neurology jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from academic medical centers, research universities, and health systems across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subspecialty and career stage, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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