The University of Virginia Department of Neurology - epilepsy division is pleased to announce a new opportunity for recent MD graduates seeking specialized research training. Through the mentorship from our committed epilepsy faculty, the Fellow will gain invaluable experience leading novel projects that align with their area(s) of interest and help to support ongoing research projects. The overall goal of this program is for the Fellow to develop: foundational knowledge and principles of study design, conduct, and data analysis; and research expertise supporting an academic career in neurology.

Fellows will collaborate and take a primary role in conducting research projects encompassing Neurology, dementia and epilepsy related work. Projects could span a variety of research disciplines including retrospective and prospective clinical research, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, population-based database mining and innovative product development. Fellows will have the opportunity to complete projects already in progress, but when possible will oversee projects from initiation to completion.

Qualified candidates must be enrolled in or have completed an MD training program. The successful candidate for the fellowship will have a strong interest in clinical research within neurology, with prior experience in experimental design, data assessment/interpretation, scientific presentation, and scholarly writing.

This position will accept applications through December 5, 2022. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

Basic eligibility requirements:

1) Minimum 1.5 year commitment (2 plus year commitment will be preferred)

2) Prior clinical research experience and publication record is strongly encouraged and will be preferred

For additional information about the position, please contact Ifrah Zawar, MD at emv5rf@virginia.edu.

This position will remain open until filled. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. This position is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at das6zb@virginia.edu

How to Apply:

Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.

Process for External Applicants: Please apply through Workday, and search for 'R0042333'. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).

Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs," and search for 'R0042333.' Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Doctoral degree
Experience: Extensive

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

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