What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Neurology Chief-Open Rank position at UT Health San Antonio?
- The Department of Neurology at UT Health San Antonio seeks an accomplished vascular neurologist to serve as Chief of the Division of Vascular Neurology. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to help build a nationally recognized academic stroke program and expand a growing regional stroke system serving South Texas. The Chief will be responsible for advancing the Division’s clinical, educational, and research missions with goals of optimizing patient access and faculty productivity; improving the patient experience; increasing extramural research funding; and supporting the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
- The Division includes an active vascular neurology fellowship program, medical student and resident education, a growing clinical trials portfolio, a dedicated stroke unit, and close collaboration with neurocritical care, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and endovascular services at University Health, a regional referral center and Joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. Expansion of the health system and future telehealth integration provide opportunities for regional program development and innovation in stroke systems of care.
- The Department of Neurology is undergoing significant growth in research and clinical care in conjunction with the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s & Neurodegenerative Diseases. Outpatient care is delivered at the recently established Center for Brain Health bringing together neurology subspecialties in a collaborative clinical environment. Additional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations are available through our partner institution, UT San Antonio, in areas including neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and artificial intelligence.
- San Antonio provides an outstanding quality of life with a vibrant community, affordable cost of living, and access to the Texas Hill Country.
- Candidates must possess an MD/DO or equivalent degree, be eligible for medical licensure in Texas, and be board-certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology. Applicants should demonstrate a record of academic accomplishment and leadership and qualify for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level.
To apply for position 25000360, please visit the candidate portal at https://wp.uthscsa.edu/careers and submit a CV, and letter of interest stating career goals and the relevance of the candidate's experience to the position.
Confidential inquiries may be directed to Mark Goldberg, MD, Interim Chief of Vascular Neurology, at goldbergm@uthscsa.edu
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.