Neurology - Physician - Academics

Morehouse School of Medicine Grady Health System Atlanta VA Medical Center

Opportunity Overview:

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), a leading academic health sciences institution committed to advancing health equity and improving health outcomes in diverse communities, is seeking full-time Neurology faculty to join our growing Department of Neurology.

This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a high-acuity academic environment while providing care to a diverse and medically complex patient population. Faculty will provide clinical care primarily at Grady Health System and/or the Atlanta VA Medical Center while contributing to MSM's academic mission through resident education, medical student teaching, clinical program development, quality improvement, and scholarly activities.

We are actively recruiting physicians across multiple subspecialties and welcome candidates interested in building innovative, mission-driven programs that advance neurological care and academic medicine.

Target Faculty Subspecialties:

We are seeking candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

General Neurology:

• Grady-based clinical practice
• Resident clinic precepting and education responsibilities

Neuro-Oncology:

• Clinical practice within Grady oncology services
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary cancer care programs

Neuromuscular Medicine

• EMG-focused clinical practice
• Opportunities for specialty program development and oncology-related neuromuscular care

Stroke:

1. Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of stroke and cerebrovascular disorders. Clinically, covers acute stroke care, inpatient management, outpatient follow-up, and stroke prevention

Headache Medicine:

• Primarily VA-based faculty opportunity
• Participation in resident continuity clinic and headache specialty clinic
• Epilepsy (Preferred/Optional)
• EEG interpretation
• Participation in epilepsy clinic and program development
• Position Responsibilities
• Provide inpatient and/or outpatient neurological care at Grady Health System and/or Atlanta VA Medical Center
• Educate and mentor neurology residents and medical students through clinical supervision, teaching, and curriculum development
• Support the development and growth of subspecialty clinical programs
• Participate in academic activities, including scholarly work, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical innovation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across clinical services
• Support institutional initiatives focused on health equity, community engagement, and workforce diversity
• Participate in departmental call responsibilities as assigned

Academic Appointment and Career Development

Faculty will receive an academic appointment at Morehouse School of Medicine with rank commensurate with experience.

Opportunities include:

• Residency education leadership roles
• Graduate Medical Education (GME) initiatives
• Subspecialty program development
• Academic advancement and promotion pathways
• Clinical and translational research opportunities

Qualifications:

1. MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
2. Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neurology
3. Eligible for Georgia medical licensure
4. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and academic medicine
5. Interest in caring for diverse and underserved patient populations
6. Fellowship training preferred for subspecialty-focused roles
7. EEG and/or EMG experience preferred based on clinical focus
8. Practice Environment

Clinical practice sites include:

Grady Health System

• High-acuity academic medical center
• Diverse and medically complex patient population
• Strong emphasis on resident education and multidisciplinary care

Atlanta VA Medical Center

• Integrated academic practice environment Opportunities for teaching, continuity care, and specialty clinic development
• Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive academic compensation aligned with AAMC benchmarks
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with institutional contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• CME support and funding
• Malpractice coverage
• Opportunities for incentive compensation and academic productivity support

Why Join Morehouse School of Medicine Neurology?

• Practice at leading academic clinical sites with Grady Health System and the Atlanta VA Medical Center
• Advance neurological care for diverse and underserved communities
• Teach and mentor the next generation of physicians
• Develop innovative subspecialty programs
• Engage in scholarship, research, and academic advancement
• Join a collaborative department committed to excellence, inclusion, and health equity

How to Apply

1. Interested candidates should submit a CV and letter of interest outlining clinical expertise, academic interests, and career goals