Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ
- Employer
- University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC
- Location
- Omaha, NE
- Closing date
- Dec 4, 2023
Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement: UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: 2023-354 Department Neurological Sciences 50001975 Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine FTE: 100 Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule As directed by supervisor Requisition Category Faculty Requisition Title Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ Job Title/Academic Rank Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ Additional Requisition Title Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience Job/EEO Category Faculty Job Requisition Begin Date 11/01/2023 Position Qualification
Position Summary The Department of Neurological Sciences (DONS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is recruiting a full-time neuropsychologist with specialized training and experience in epilepsy. The position includes a faculty appointment within the Department with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.This primarily clinical position will involve pre-surgical neuropsychological evaluations and Wada assessments with adults with epilepsy, as well as general adult and geriatric neuropsychological referrals from Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuro-Oncology, Psychiatry, Primary Care, and Solid Organ Transplant teams. Opportunities to specialize and/or work with broader clinical populations exist, depending on the neuropsychologist's clinical interests. The neuropsychologist will additionally contribute to the UNMC academic mission through teaching and supervision of neuropsychology trainees and medical residents/fellows, and if desired, through involvement in interdisciplinary research opportunities offered within the Department.The neuropsychologist will join a collaborative team in the DONS Neuropsychology Division comprised of five adult/geriatric neuropsychologists, two neuropsychology fellows, one practicum student, and five psychometrists. The Level 4 Epilepsy Center at UNMC includes a team of five board-certified epileptologists, nurse case managers, and social workers who work with epilepsy-dedicated neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, electrophysiologists, and neuropsychologists to provide patients with surgery-inclusive epilepsy care via an 8 bed EMU, outpatient vEEG monitoring, PET, MEG, high-resolution MRI, and ROSA technologies. Each year, the epilepsy team completes up to 20 resective surgeries and implants over 20 patients with neurostimulation devices including RNS and VNS.Qualifications for the position include a doctoral degree from an APA/CPA-accredited program, completion of an APA/CPA-accredited internship program, and completion of a two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship. Applicants must be licensed in Nebraska or license-eligible. Preference will be given to candidates who are board-certified or board-eligible in Clinical Neuropsychology through ABPP. UNMC is the most comprehensive academic medical institution in the area. As Nebraska's only public academic health sciences center, UNMC is committed to the education of a 21st century health care work force, to finding cures and treatments for devastating diseases, to providing the best care for patients, and to serving our state and its communities through award-winning outreach.Currently the 42nd largest city in the United States, the Omaha metropolitan area is home to over 900,000 residents who welcome visitors and new residents with authentic Midwestern hospitality. US News ranked Omaha #46 of 150 Best Places to Live in the U.S., 2023-2024. It is a great place to raise a family, and the cost of living is lower than the national average. The city is home to the NCAA Men's College World Series, the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo, and the newly developed RiverFront Parks centralized gathering place along the Missouri River shore.Interested applicants can apply here: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/82480 or email a CV and letter of interest directly to:Amelia Nelson, Ph.D., ABPP, Neuropsychology Division Chief amelia.nelsonsheese@unmc.eduIndividuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications Doctoral degree from an APA/CPA-accredited program, completion of an APA/CPA-accredited internship program, and completion of a two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship. Applicants must be licensed in Nebraska or license-eligible. Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who are board-certified or board-eligible in
Clinical Neuropsychology through ABPP. Working Environment & Physical Requirements WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment Other working environment N/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally Crawling Not Applicable Driving Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally Reaching Occasionally Sitting Over 5 hours Standing 2-5 hours Squatting Occasionally Walking 2-5 hours EXPOSURES
Atmospheric No Blood/body fluids Yes Chemical hazards No Working on or around moving machinery No Electrical current No Noise No Changes of temperature/humidity No Wear PPE Yes Work with laboratory animals No Radiation Operating hand/power tools No If you answered yes to any area above, please explain Exposure to patients/patient contact Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation Both Repetitive Motion Both Grasping Both If you selected any area above, please explain Computer Usage Addtional
Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description. EEO Statement EEO Statement
EEO Statement The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. Applicant Documents Required Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
EEO Statement: UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: 2023-354 Department Neurological Sciences 50001975 Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine FTE: 100 Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule As directed by supervisor Requisition Category Faculty Requisition Title Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ Job Title/Academic Rank Adult Neuropsychologist Academic Rank/DOQ Additional Requisition Title Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience Job/EEO Category Faculty Job Requisition Begin Date 11/01/2023 Position Qualification
Position Summary The Department of Neurological Sciences (DONS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is recruiting a full-time neuropsychologist with specialized training and experience in epilepsy. The position includes a faculty appointment within the Department with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.This primarily clinical position will involve pre-surgical neuropsychological evaluations and Wada assessments with adults with epilepsy, as well as general adult and geriatric neuropsychological referrals from Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuro-Oncology, Psychiatry, Primary Care, and Solid Organ Transplant teams. Opportunities to specialize and/or work with broader clinical populations exist, depending on the neuropsychologist's clinical interests. The neuropsychologist will additionally contribute to the UNMC academic mission through teaching and supervision of neuropsychology trainees and medical residents/fellows, and if desired, through involvement in interdisciplinary research opportunities offered within the Department.The neuropsychologist will join a collaborative team in the DONS Neuropsychology Division comprised of five adult/geriatric neuropsychologists, two neuropsychology fellows, one practicum student, and five psychometrists. The Level 4 Epilepsy Center at UNMC includes a team of five board-certified epileptologists, nurse case managers, and social workers who work with epilepsy-dedicated neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, electrophysiologists, and neuropsychologists to provide patients with surgery-inclusive epilepsy care via an 8 bed EMU, outpatient vEEG monitoring, PET, MEG, high-resolution MRI, and ROSA technologies. Each year, the epilepsy team completes up to 20 resective surgeries and implants over 20 patients with neurostimulation devices including RNS and VNS.Qualifications for the position include a doctoral degree from an APA/CPA-accredited program, completion of an APA/CPA-accredited internship program, and completion of a two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship. Applicants must be licensed in Nebraska or license-eligible. Preference will be given to candidates who are board-certified or board-eligible in Clinical Neuropsychology through ABPP. UNMC is the most comprehensive academic medical institution in the area. As Nebraska's only public academic health sciences center, UNMC is committed to the education of a 21st century health care work force, to finding cures and treatments for devastating diseases, to providing the best care for patients, and to serving our state and its communities through award-winning outreach.Currently the 42nd largest city in the United States, the Omaha metropolitan area is home to over 900,000 residents who welcome visitors and new residents with authentic Midwestern hospitality. US News ranked Omaha #46 of 150 Best Places to Live in the U.S., 2023-2024. It is a great place to raise a family, and the cost of living is lower than the national average. The city is home to the NCAA Men's College World Series, the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo, and the newly developed RiverFront Parks centralized gathering place along the Missouri River shore.Interested applicants can apply here: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/82480 or email a CV and letter of interest directly to:Amelia Nelson, Ph.D., ABPP, Neuropsychology Division Chief amelia.nelsonsheese@unmc.eduIndividuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications Doctoral degree from an APA/CPA-accredited program, completion of an APA/CPA-accredited internship program, and completion of a two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship. Applicants must be licensed in Nebraska or license-eligible. Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who are board-certified or board-eligible in
Clinical Neuropsychology through ABPP. Working Environment & Physical Requirements WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment Other working environment N/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally Crawling Not Applicable Driving Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally Reaching Occasionally Sitting Over 5 hours Standing 2-5 hours Squatting Occasionally Walking 2-5 hours EXPOSURES
Atmospheric No Blood/body fluids Yes Chemical hazards No Working on or around moving machinery No Electrical current No Noise No Changes of temperature/humidity No Wear PPE Yes Work with laboratory animals No Radiation Operating hand/power tools No If you answered yes to any area above, please explain Exposure to patients/patient contact Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation Both Repetitive Motion Both Grasping Both If you selected any area above, please explain Computer Usage Addtional
Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description. EEO Statement EEO Statement
EEO Statement The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. Applicant Documents Required Documents
- C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Other Doc
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have an earned doctoral degree in the field(s) identified in this post?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you board certified or board eligible?
- Yes
- No
- * How did you hear about this position?
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- Lincoln Journal Star
- Omaha World Herald
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- * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
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