Open Rank of Neurosurgery - General Neurosurgeon - req# 35039

The Universityof New Mexico School of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery is recruiting aboard certified or board eligible, Open Rank, Open Track, generalneurosurgeon with a broad range of capabilities.  More focused experience in treating intrinsictumors (gliomas), spine disorders, or brain trauma and comfort managing basicpediatric conditions are welcome.  Aninterest in leading and growing the identified practice in Neurosurgery isdesirable.  Join 9 establishedneurosurgeons and neurocritical care doctors practicing and teachingneurosurgery residents with the University of New Mexico.

The Universityof New Mexico is the only tertiary referral Neurosurgical center in the Stateof 2.3 million people. There is a significant need and opportunity to assumeand expand an established general neurosurgical practice.  Overall, the department has a comprehensivepractice encompassing the full range of neurological disorders in both adultand pediatric patients.  This practice issupported by an experienced group of 20 advanced practice provides and anexpanding ACGME-approved residency. Participation in coverage of brain andspine trauma for UNM Hospital, the only Level 1 trauma center in the state, isexpected.

• Facultyappointment through UNM School of Medicine
• CompetitiveSalary
  
• AssistantProfessor Level $550,000 contract salary with productivity-based incentives ofup to an additional 50%
  
• AssociateProfessor Level or Full Professor Level of $625,000 contract salary withproductivity-based incentives of up to an additional 50%
  
• ComprehensiveBenefits
• Relocationreimbursement
• Dependenttuition program
  

About theUniversity of New Mexico, University Hospital, and Albuquerque
The Universityof New Mexico is the state’s most prominent academic institution. It offers its27,000 students over 200-degree programs and doctorate programs in medicine,law, and business. Its medical center, as the only Academic Medical Center andthe only Level I Trauma Center in the state, sees a steady flow of patientsseeking its unique neurosurgical capabilities.

Albuquerque isa special city. The University of New Mexico and its main hospital arecentrally located and thus readily accessible from its major business areas,upscale residential communities, and international airport.  Albuquerque offers all the amenities of amajor metropolitan area and immediate access to unlimited outdoor activities.With mountains to the north (Santa Fe and Taos) and east (Mt Sandia, with thelongest aerial tram in the Americas), volcanoes to the west, deserts to the south,and the Rio Grande at its center, hiking, biking, rafting, skiing, and fishingare easily accessed.

Albuquerque isimbued with a special blend of Southwest heritage and modern scientificdevelopment. Its vibrant local culture predates the 16th century. Taos Pueblohas been inhabited by indigenous peoples for over 1,000 years. The Palace ofthe Governors in Santa Fe was first built in 1610. New Mexico is known for itsartistic, musical, and its culinary excellence. Albuquerque is home toexcellent restaurants that feature southwestern, farm to table, andinternational cuisines. Los Alamos, site of the development of the atomic bomb,continues as a leader in nuclear physics research. And Albuquerque is home tothe largest hot air balloon festival in the country, one of the mostphotographed events in the world. Albuquerque is at the center of all that is possiblein “The Land of Enchantment”.

MinimumQualifications

• MD, DO, orequivalent degree
  
• Completion, bystart date, of a Residency in Neurological Surgery accredited by theAccreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or itsinternational equivalent
• Completion ofor eligibility by start date to apply for certification by the American Boardof Neurological Surgery or its international equivalent 

PreferredQualifications

• Academicneurosurgery practice; as resident, fellow, or faculty member
• Teaching; withlectures and presentations as listed on CV
• Professionalism;with outstanding ability to communicate effectively across multiple specialties
• Commitment toCommunity; with a demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of therich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the University'smission to serve local and global communities

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Completed application must have a research style CV and a Cover Letter detailing how the candidate is committed to working with a broadly diverse student and community population.  In addition to a CV, applicants must submit three Letters of Recommendation, at least one from a colleague and one from a learner, evidencing excellence in the following:

• Neurosurgical Practice; with confirmation of successful surgical and medical management of complex neurosurgical conditions
• Teaching; with confirmation of commitment to resident and/or medical student education and/or mentoring
• Professionalism; with outstanding ability to communicate effectively across multiple specialties

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.