Physician-Scientist with expertise in ALS
- Physician Assistant
- Pennsylvania
- 03/10/2024
- Full Time
Physician-Scientist with expertise in ALS
Neurologists with clinical and research expertise in ALS are invited to apply for a position at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, with a corresponding academic appointment (open rank, tenure-track or non-tenure track) at Penn State College of Medicine. The successful candidate will join the collegial faculty of the Department of Neurology, chaired by Krish Sathian, MBBS, PhD. A major asset of the department is a nationally recognized ALS program excelling in patient care, education, and clinical research, led by Zachary Simmons, MD. This recruitment is partially supported by a generous gift to the ALS program.
Join our Neurology team now! We are committed to excellent clinical care, teaching, and research.
What we’re seeking:
Professional degree – MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or foreign equivalent
BC/BE in Neurology and Neuromuscular Neurology fellowship training or foreign equivalent
Clinical experience in ALS with strong background in relevant clinical research and/or patient-oriented laboratory research
The ideal candidate would have a track record of successful research funding
Commitment of at least 50%time dedicated to research
Candidates who will pursue and acquire external funding while being supported initially by a generous start-up package
Excellent patient care abilities
Interest in teaching in undergraduate and graduate medical education curriculum
What we offer:
Outstanding ALS program with a national reputation
Interaction with dynamic researchers, clinicians and educators across all neuroscience-related departments in a highly collaborative culture
Cutting-edge basic and clinical neuroscience research and top-notch facilities at both the Hershey and the University Park campuses, creating a cross-departmental clinician-scientist community.
Faculty rank and track commensurate with experience
Competitive salary and generous benefits
Area Highlights:
Located in a safe, family-friendly setting in Hershey, PA, our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a suburban setting or a thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey’s community is rich in history and the greater metro area offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, restaurants and diverse experiences. We’re also conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC.
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 17,500 people systemwide.
The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; and more than 3,000 physicians and direct care providers at 90+ unique medical office locations. Additionally, the system jointly operates various health care providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, Hershey Endoscopy Center and Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute.
In December 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region.
Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call Show Contact Details between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email Show Contact Details or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
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Neurologists with clinical and research expertise in ALS are invited to apply for a position at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, with a corresponding academic appointment (open rank, tenure-track or non-tenure track) at Penn State College of Medicine. The successful candidate will join the collegial faculty of the Department of Neurology, chaired by Krish Sathian, MBBS, PhD. A major asset of the department is a nationally recognized ALS program excelling in patient care, education, and clinical research, led by Zachary Simmons, MD. This recruitment is partially supported by a generous gift to the ALS program.
Join our Neurology team now! We are committed to excellent clinical care, teaching, and research.
What we’re seeking:
Professional degree – MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or foreign equivalent
BC/BE in Neurology and Neuromuscular Neurology fellowship training or foreign equivalent
Clinical experience in ALS with strong background in relevant clinical research and/or patient-oriented laboratory research
The ideal candidate would have a track record of successful research funding
Commitment of at least 50%time dedicated to research
Candidates who will pursue and acquire external funding while being supported initially by a generous start-up package
Excellent patient care abilities
Interest in teaching in undergraduate and graduate medical education curriculum
What we offer:
Outstanding ALS program with a national reputation
Interaction with dynamic researchers, clinicians and educators across all neuroscience-related departments in a highly collaborative culture
Cutting-edge basic and clinical neuroscience research and top-notch facilities at both the Hershey and the University Park campuses, creating a cross-departmental clinician-scientist community.
Faculty rank and track commensurate with experience
Competitive salary and generous benefits
Area Highlights:
Located in a safe, family-friendly setting in Hershey, PA, our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a suburban setting or a thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey’s community is rich in history and the greater metro area offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, restaurants and diverse experiences. We’re also conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC.
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 17,500 people systemwide.
The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; and more than 3,000 physicians and direct care providers at 90+ unique medical office locations. Additionally, the system jointly operates various health care providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, Hershey Endoscopy Center and Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute.
In December 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region.
Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call Show Contact Details between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email Show Contact Details or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
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