Pediatrics Faculty in the Division of Pediatric Neurology

Description

The Division of Pediatric Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is growing and is seeking faculty in general neurology, movement disorders, epilepsy, and neurogenetics on the Clinical Practice, Clinician Educator, and Physician Scientist tracks.  Academic rank, track, and compensation will be dependent upon qualifications.  VUMC offers a generous benefits package to its faculty.  Successful candidates will join a team of 14 pediatric neurologists with residents and fellows in child neurology/neurology, epilepsy/clinical neurophysiology, and general pediatrics.  The Division has multiple subspecialty clinics with nurse practitioners, faculty, residents, and fellows practicing in a multidisciplinary team model.

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt has a level 4 comprehensive epilepsy center and centers of excellence in Rett Syndrome and Tourette Syndrome, is the #1 Children's Hospital in the Southeast and is ranked nationally in 10 out of 11 pediatric specialties.  The Division has multiple subspecialty clinics, providing specialized care for: epilepsy, headaches, stroke, neuromuscular disorders, neuroimmunology, sleep disorders, spasticity, and prenatal neurological disorders.  The comprehensive epilepsy center for children has 7 pediatric epileptologists, and currently performs the most epilepsy surgeries in the state.  

Research at Vanderbilt pediatric neurology covers the spectrum of the field.  Vanderbilt is ranked among the top ten private research universities in the U.S., with research and development expenditures exceeding $1 billion per year.  Vanderbilt's Department of Pediatrics ranks #4 in NIH funding.  Clinical and translational researchers at Vanderbilt can access the resources of multidisciplinary research centers and institutes like the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center, Institute for Global Health, Sleep Center, Clinical Trials Center, Brain Institute, and Center for Precision Medicine.  Unique data repositories such as BioVU, a DNA repository linked to de-identified medical record data, and top tier data management teams support Vanderbilt researchers.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to excellence in research, education, and patient care.  The Department is home to approximately 500 dedicated faculty members and providers, and consistently ranks in the top ten in NIH funding among U.S. medical schools, offering an exceptional work environment with the opportunity to perform superb multi-disciplinary care, education, and research.   

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is ranked in 10 out of 11 pediatric specialty programs in U.S. News and World Report's 2024-2025 "Best Children's Hospitals." The Children's Hospital currently has 325 inpatient beds and is near completion of two additional floors which will result in more than 400 beds for the Children's Hospital. 

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is located in the heart of Nashville, a thriving city of commerce, finance, healthcare, and music.  Nashville is a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family. 

• Click here to learn more about the Department of Pediatrics.
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Nashville, one of the fastest growing cities in the US, is attracting young professionals and young families at a rapid rate, not only for its Music City venues, but also for a growing food scene, abundant outdoor activities, professional sports, and a welcoming environment with access to the world via the Nashville International Airport (BNA).

Qualifications

Applicants should be board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology and candidates applying for subspecialities should be fellowship trained in their respective fields. 

Application Instructions

Applications, including a current CV and cover letter, should be submitted through the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine job board.  Click "Apply Now" to submit.  Review of applications ends when the position is filled. 

Please direct inquiries to:    

Bryan Burnette, MD, MS
Professor of Pediatrics
Interim Division Director, Pediatric Neurology
william.b.burnette@vumc.org

Lori Jordan, MD, PhD
Professor of Pediatrics
Medical Director, Pediatric Stroke Program
Chair, Division Faculty Recruitment Committee
lori.jordan@vumc.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.