Open Rank of Neurology - Neurodevelopmental Disabilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Open Rank of Neurology - Neurodevelopmental DisabilitiesPosting Number req34835
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Open Rank
Hiring Department Neurology Child (490C)
Academic Location School of Medicine
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

UNM Neurology seeks a Neurodevelopmental Disabilities specialist to join our Child Neurology team and help lead efforts in New Mexico to improve the care of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The position will be part of a team of faculty providing quality patient care in the inpatient and outpatient setting at UNM Hospital and will help lead the Continuum of Care clinic in coordination with UNM Pediatrics. The Continuum of Care clinic is a state-funded clinic designed to facilitate proper care during transition to adulthood for patients with developmental disabilities. Adult or Child Neurologists interested in neurodevelopmental disabilities or transitions of care are also encouraged to apply.

Clinical responsibilities include the following:

Outpatient management of adults and children with neurodevelopmental disabilities

Participation in rural outreach clinics

Additional clinical opportunities available based on interest and qualifications:

Inpatient coverage/call on child neurology consult service

General child neurology or specialty clinics

Inpatient/outpatient EEG coverage

Participation in multidisciplinary clinics including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Non-clinical responsibilities may include the following:

Administration of clinical programs at the Continuum of Care clinic

Long-term planning/strategy based on state needs and participating in state level committees

Building multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and access to care

Recruiting additional NDD faculty

Laying the groundwork for a future NDD fellowship

Collaborating on statewide education efforts in relation to neurodevelopmental disabilities

Serving as PI on the state grant which funds the Continuum of Care program

Academic responsibilities include participation in teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. Research responsibilities include collaborating with researchers within and outside the department. Opportunities for pilot funding are available to build out your own research in the future.

UNM Hospital is the tertiary care center for the State and the only NAEC level 4 epilepsy center, and ALS / MDA center and comprehensive movement disorder center in the State. The UNM Neurology Department has 35 full-time and part-time attending physicians and is home to well-established Residency and multiple Fellowship programs. The child neurology division has six full-time faculty, one part-time faculty, and a nurse practitioner. Our child neurology residency currently accepts two residents per year.

About Albuquerque, New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM is a beautiful city with Sandia Mountains to the east and mesa to the west. At more than a mile-high elevation, this high desert environment provides beautiful sunny days but also the variety of all four seasons. It is ideal for outdoor activities and sports all year-round including running, hiking, biking and skiing. Albuquerque is 1 hour from Santa Fe, NM and 2.5 hours from Taos, NM, both world famous for their art and culture. The State of New Mexico is multicultural and diverse with 19 indigenous native pueblos, Navajo reservation and three Apache tribal lands. We have excellent local cuisine, breathtaking sunsets, numerous cultural and historic sites, lakes, rivers, deserts and mountains.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

MD Degree or equivalent

Board certified/eligible in Neurology or Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology

Eligible for Medical license in the state of New Mexico

Eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Requirements:

Board certified/eligible in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD)

2-3 years of clinical experience in Neurodevelopmental disabilities

A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach a Cover Letter and CV. At least three professional references should be attached to the application or provided at interview. For assistance with the application process, contact neuroHR@salud.unm.edu For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 11/8/2025. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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