Medical College of Wisconsin

Job Profile

Assistant Professor | Department of Neurology | Division of Pediatric Neurology

Position Summary

The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin (CW), seeks a board certified / board eligible physician to join our expanding Division.  This position is located in Milwaukee, WI at the Children's Wisconsin hospital campus. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care. 

Position Highlights

• Top-Ranked Care: Deliver family-centered treatment at a U.S. News & World Report 2024–2025 nationally ranked pediatric neurology and neurosurgery program.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Provide care in a NAEC accredited Level IV Epilepsy Center with a newly upgraded EMU and advanced neurodiagnostics (invasive EEG, MEG, PET, high-resolution neuroimaging).
• Comprehensive Treatments: Offer leading-edge pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options including surgery, minimally invasive procedures, neuromodulation (RNS, DBS), and ketogenic diet therapy.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside experts in neurosurgery, neuropsychology, neuroradiology, neurogenetics, neurorehabilitation, and specialized nursing.
• Subspecialty Flexibility: Pursue niche interests through clinics for epilepsy surgery, ketogenic diet, early-life epilepsy, neonatal neurology, and post-PICU care.
• Research Excellence: Lead or collaborate on innovative research from basic science to clinical trials, leveraging partnerships through the Clinical and Translational Science Institute of Southeastern Wisconsin.
• Community Impact: Optional practice opportunities in Appleton, Kenosha, and Delafield, serving patients.
• Academic Leadership: Teach and mentor medical students, child neurology residents, and epilepsy fellows.
• Outstanding Benefits: The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive 403(b) with 8% employer contribution, generous CME allowance, eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Chair or Chair-Designate.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time
• Salaried (Exempt)
  
  

Department/Division Highlights

Thriving and growing pediatric neurology division, now over 15 faculty strong, including five dedicated full-time epileptologists, collaborating closely with four highly skilled, epilepsy focused nurse practitioners.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Accredited residency program in Child Neurology
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Neurology
• State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin.
• Rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist.
  
  

Children’s Wisconsin and Children’s Specialty Group

Children’s Wisconsin is an independent health care system dedicated solely to 1

Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.

Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.

The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.

Commitment to MCW Values

All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.