Open Rank of Neurology - Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Position Summary UNM Neurology seeks a Neurodevelopmental Disabilities specialist to join our Child Neurology team and help lead efforts in New Mexico to improve the care of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The position will be part of a team of faculty providing quality patient care in the inpatient and outpatient setting at UNM Hospital and will help lead the Continuum of Care clinic in coordination with UNM Pediatrics. The Continuum of Care clinic is a state‑funded clinic designed to facilitate proper care during transition to adulthood for patients with developmental disabilities. Adult or child neurologists interested in neurodevelopmental disabilities or transitions of care are also encouraged to apply. Clinical Responsibilities Outpatient management of adults and children with neurodevelopmental disabilities Participation in rural outreach clinics Additional Clinical Opportunities Inpatient coverage/call on child neurology consult service General child neurology or specialty clinics Inpatient/outpatient EEG coverage Participation in multidisciplinary clinics including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Non‑Clinical Responsibilities Administration of clinical programs at the Continuum of Care clinic Long‑term planning/strategy based on state needs and participating in state level committees Building multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and access to care Recruiting additional NDD faculty Laying the groundwork for a future NDD fellowship Collaborating on statewide education efforts in relation to neurodevelopmental disabilities Serving as PI on the state grant which funds the Continuum of Care program Academic Responsibilities Participation in teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. Research Responsibilities Collaborating with researchers within and outside the department. Opportunities for pilot funding are available to build out your own research in the future. About UNM Hospital UNM Hospital is the tertiary care center for the State and the only NAEC Level 4 epilepsy center, ALS/MDA center and comprehensive movement disorder center in the State. The Neurology Department has 35 full‑time and part‑time attending physicians and is home to well‑established residency and multiple fellowship programs. The child neurology division has six full‑time faculty, one part‑time faculty, and a nurse practitioner. The child neurology residency currently accepts two residents per year. Location Albuquerque, NM offers a high desert environment with Sandia Mountains and various outdoor activities. It is 1 hour from Santa Fe and 2.5 hours from Taos. The state is multicultural and diverse with 19 indigenous native pueblos, Navajo reservation, and three Apache tribal lands. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: MD degree or equivalent Board certified/eligible in Neurology or Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology Eligible for medical license in the state of New Mexico Eligible to work in the U.S. Preferred Requirements: Board certified/eligible in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD) 2-3 years of clinical experience in neurodevelopmental disabilities A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities. 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. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach a cover letter and CV. At least three professional references should be attached to the application or provided at interview. For assistance with the application process, contact For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 11/8/2025. This position will remain open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Open Rank Of Neurology - Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
albuquerque, albuquerque
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