Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics Neurology

Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics NeurologySearch extended through 6/1/2026Hiring Department: UICOMP-PediatricsLocation: Peoria, IL USARequisition ID: 1038443Posting Close Date: 6/1/2026Salary: $216,000 to $325,800 per yearTheDepartment of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine atPeoria (UICOMP) seeks Pediatric Neurology physician for one position at thelevel of Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor/Physician Surgeon ofPediatrics or of Clinical Pediatrics to enhance a growing division. Thepositions require 2 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years of NeurologyFellowship and can be tenure or non-tenure. Candidates must be BC/BE in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neurology and willhold or be eligible for an Illinois physician's license.The idealChild Neurology candidate will be BC/BE in Pediatrics or in Neurology with aPediatric Neurology concentration and will hold or have applied for an Illinoisphysician's license. The positionincludes patient care services, teaching medical students and residents, andopportunities to pursue research.Malpractice insurance is provided by the University of Illinois systemand an excellent benefits package available including vacations, sicktime, CME, health and life insurance and retirement plan. Position SummaryThe Pediatric Neurologist will provide clinical services both in-patient and out-patient primarily at OSF Healthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois. They will be responsible for teaching medical students and residents. Scholarly work activity (research, quality improvement, and advocacy) is expected but tailored to the faculty member's interests.Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvide acute and ongoing consultative care to children with broad range of neurological conditions including epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, developmental delays, headaches, movement disorders, and neurogenetic problems in the hospital and outpatient setting.Participate in educational and training programs for medical students and residents of the Department of Pediatrics.Participate in collaborative research activities of the Division and Department.Perform other duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development and student counseling.Minimum QualificationsMD/DO or foreign equivalentEligible for licensure in Illinois2 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years Pediatric Neurology FellowshipBC/BE in Pediatrics and Neurology with a concentration in Pediatric Neurology Preferred QualificationsInterest in pursuing research, quality improvement, and other professional development activitiesAbility to engage across diverse specialty groupsExperience developing clinical programs Physician leadership experienceAbout University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois: UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 262medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 29 different post graduateprograms, 23 which are accredited by ACGME. The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest departments atUICOMP. In collaboration with the OSFHealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois, the Department has 19 divisions andover 145 faculty members providing general pediatrics and subspecialty servicesto the pediatric population in Central Illinois. The current research infrastructure withinthe Department includes an office of research, a dedicated biostatistician andan internal research funding mechanism to support our faculty.About Children's Hospital of IllinoisLocated in Peoria, OSFHealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois is the third largest pediatrichospital in Illinois and the most comprehensive hospital for kidsdownstate. With 136 beds and more than 140 pediatric subspecialists, OSFChildren's Hospital cares for more children in Illinois than any hospital outsideof Chicago. Formally established as a pediatric hospital within the walls ofOSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in 1990, OSF Children's Hospital ofIllinois has more than 7,000 inpatient admissions, 75,000 outpatient specialtyvisits, 2,400 newborn deliveries, and 18,000 emergency department visits eachyear. Learn more by visiting .Jump Trading Simulation &Education Center, a part of OSFInnovation, is a collaboration between University of Illinois College ofMedicine Peoria and OSF HealthCare. Jump replicates a variety of patient caresettings to ensure novice and seasoned clinicians can practice handling medicalsituations in a real-world environment. Boasting six floors and 168,000 squarefeet, the center is one of the largest of its kind and provides space forconferences, anatomic training, virtual reality and innovation. For moreinformation, visit About Peoria, IlOne of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 113,150 Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living,exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets,quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over one hundredthousand annually. Residents areflocking to live in the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street thatproduce the perfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city.We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout thenation.To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, scroll towards the bottom ofthe page and click, "Apply Now".You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account.For fullestconsideration please apply by 3/27/2026. The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $216,000 to $325,800 per year.Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.Thisposition is intended to be eligible for benefits.The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Clickfor a complete list of employee benefits: of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including butnot limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with allapplicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit RequiredEmployment Notices and Posters at to view ournon-discrimination statement and find additional information about requiredbackground checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employmenteligibility review through E-Verify.TheUniversity of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates uponacceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will beperformed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.Theuniversity provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request anaccommodation at (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate reviewprocess for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by aperson.

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