The University of California, Davis, School of Medicine, Department of Neurological Surgery is recruiting for a full time Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Neurological Surgery with a specialization in functional neurosurgery. General neurosurgery also required. Applicants must possess the ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment in providing patient care, teaching, and research. Must be able to obtain California medical license. Faculty member's responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Participate in the clinical activities and administrative activities and formulation of policies within the department of Neurological Surgery, the School of Medicine, and the University of California, Davis; Teach 3rd and 4th year medical students and residents in a 6-year residency program; Conduct clinical and or/basic science research in the field of subspecialty, with results of adequate quality for publication in peer-reviewed journals, in particular in cooperation with the staff of the pediatric intensive care unit (pediatric neurotrauma) ;Participate in local, state, and national associations presenting results of research. Position #NS-01R-09. For full consideration, applications must be received by February 28, 2009. However, the position will remain open until filled through May 15, 2009. 05/15/09

Interested applicants should send cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

J. Paul Muizelaar, M.D., Ph.D., Professor and Chair
Department of Neurological Surgery
ATTN: Academic Personnel Manager
4860 Y Street, Suite 3740
Sacramento, CA 95817

The University of California, Davis is an affirmative action/equail opportunity employer with a strong institutional commentment to the achievement of deversity among its faculty, staff and students.