Neuro-Oncology Neuropsychologist (CHS and CT Track)

The Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health seeks an adult neuropsychologist to join our Charles Matthews Neuropsychology Lab at the UW Hospitals and Clinics. The position includes various opportunities for teaching and other activities in an academic environment with adult and pediatric neuropsychologist and neurology subspecialists and faculty in other services including neurosurgery, neuroradiology, clinical neurophysiology and basic science research faculty. This position will work closely with our Neuro-Oncology program to improve patient care and outcomes for brain tumor patients.

Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track - 70% clinical care and 30% academics

-CHS track faculty contribute to SMPH's missions through a scholarly approach. Faculty are expected to promote based on two or more areas: research, teaching, clinical or public health practice, or institutional leadership. Responsibilities as Assistant Professor (CHS) in the department would include 70% clinical care and 30% teaching and/or research and/or service, based on areas of interest.
-Clinical duties include attending duties on adult neuropsychology outpatient, inpatient consult and diagnostic services at UWHC, and UW satellite clinics for neurology; roughly 6-7 patients per week.
-If candidate choses to pursue, research efforts could include independent research or collaboration with other established researchers; including not limited to bench science, clinical trials, community-based programs, community health intervention studies, etc.
-Teaching efforts would include participation or development of a unique or exceptional teaching program in a clinical or classroom setting, including but not limited to lectures, seminars, one-on-one clinical setting, program or course director, etc.

The chosen candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

The chosen applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Clinical Track (CT) - 90% clinical care and 10% academics

-CT track faculty provide patient care as their primary responsibility and clinical teaching is expected. Faculty may participate in research, typically participation in clinical trials, and service. Responsibilities as Assistant Professor (CT) in the department would include 90% clinical care and 10% teaching and/or research and/or service.
-Clinical duties include attending duties on adult neuropsychology outpatient, inpatient consult and diagnostic services at UWHC, and UW satellite clinics for neurology; roughly 8-9 patients per week
-If candidate choses to pursue, research efforts could include clinical trials or collaborations with other established researchers.
-Teaching efforts are typically within the context of the clinical practice, other opportunities occur in a classroom setting.

The successful candidate will also participate in professional, public, and university service appropriate to the rank and in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of the School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
Additional teaching responsibilities would include teaching medical students, residents, and fellows within the context of the clinical practice at UW Health.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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Required
Terminal Degree
-PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program.

-Must have completed postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology

-Must be ABCN or ABPP eligible or board certified in clinical neuropsychology.

For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

For an appointment at Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor rank on CT Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CT Track.

Required
PSY - Psychologist - State Licensure
Must have Wisconsin license or eligible for Wisconsin license as a Clinical Psychologist by time of appointment.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

JULY 01, 2025

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0)

The Department of Neurology has over 60 faculty and 25 advanced practice providers located at 20 S. Park and University of Wisconsin Hospitals and UW Health Clinics. This is a diverse group of generalists and specialists that provides primary, secondary, and tertiary inpatient and outpatient care. The successful candidate will join a world-class institution that encourages, values and supports interdisciplinary basic, clinic and population health research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world.

Madison is the state's capitol city and is well known for offering a small town feel in a medium sized city. It is a great place to raise a family and offers an ideal combination of natural beauty, stimulating cultural events, outstanding schools and outdoor recreation.

This position will be a dual appointment with UW Madison and UW Medical Foundation.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is March 9, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:

- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience as it relates to this role
- List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Kabao Chang
kchang52@wisc.edu
608-263-6062
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Clinical Professor(IC009) or Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Professor (CHS)(IC014) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEUROLOGY/NEUROLOGY

Academic Staff-Renewable

311439-AS