Chair, Department of Neurology - Creighton University/CHI Health

The Department of Neurology at Creighton University School of Medicine in partnership with CHI Health and Creighton University Medical Center seeks a nationally recognized, full-time, tenure track Clinician-Investigator at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to serve as the Chair of the Department of Neurology. This opportunity is prepared for a visionary leader to to further develop the Creighton Neurology Department into a world-class local & regional destination for excellent neuroscience patient care, education, and research.

Currently the department is poised for future clinical, educational, and research growth, with high demand on its clinical services that extend from the greater Omaha community to the underserved areas of Western Nebraska and Eastern Iowa. Its faculty have trained at premiere institutions across the country and offer cutting-edge clinical services, such as neuromuscular ultrasound and MR-guided focused ultrasound therapy for movement disorders. In addition, the department works closely with the rapidly expanding Creighton Neurosurgery and Neuropsychology departments to provide top-notch clinical care.
The research program currently includes participation in multi-site STROKENET studies as well as investigator-initiated translational research studies in collaboration with Creighton's growing Pharmacology and Neuroscience Department.
A core value of the department is teaching neurology to Creighton's medical students, PA students, and residents, including two neurology residents a year.

Qualified candidates will have a record of significant academic and clinical accomplishments with a history of accomplished peer-reviewed publications and consistent research productivity. Experience with academic programs and funded research are desirable. Experience mentoring trainees and junior faculty. Outstanding teaching and clinical skills. The Chair should be an exceptional clinician who is still active clinically. Candidates must be board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and have experience within an ACGME accredited training program.
Finally, the ideal candidate should be excited about the challenge of attracting competitive faculty, expanding research and teaching, and guiding the department through a projected period of explosive growth towards excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.

Benefits of this position:

• The opportunity to build a competitive academic neurology department with an ambitious vision of the future
• Highly competitive Salary Guarantee.
• Paid Relocation Expenses.
• No longer "not for everyone", Omaha is currently going through an urban and cultural renaissance with the new Riverfront development, including the upgraded Gene Leahy Mall and upcoming Lewis & Clark Landing and Heartland of America Park. A highly "livable", family-oriented Midwestern city, Omaha is gaining a reputation for its vibrant music scene, award-winning restaurants, and passion for nationally competitive local sports teams, such as women's collegiate volleyball.
• CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Academic Health System

At CHI Health, we believe in the power of education. That is whyas partners with Creighton University School of Medicinewe are shaping a new future for Academic Health. Our new Academic Medical Center at Bergan Mercy supports a culture where academic and community physicians collaborate. Together, we are taking education, research, and innovation well into the future.

About CHI Health:

CHI Health Neurological Institute is providing the region with the most advanced neurosciences care. Neurological disorders encompass a wide range of issues that affect the body's nervous system, which includes diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. With our use of a multidisciplinary team, we ensure the best patient care possible. Our team of physicians, specialists, nurses, technologists, and other staff members share the common goal of providing customized care to the needs of each patient and his or her family.

CHI Health, sponsored by Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI), is the largest faith-based healthcare system in Nebraska and southwest Iowa. A growing multi-specialty network of highly-skilled medical providers, we offer primary and specialty care at more than 100 locations throughout Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. CHI Health Clinic and The Physician Network combined employ over 900 physicians and advanced practice clinicians representing more than 40 specialties.

Interested parties please reach out to:

Nicole Thomas, MHA, Provider Affairs
Creighton University/CHI Health
Nicole.thomas504@commonspirit.org