Academic Adult Neuropsychologist opportunity with IU Health Neuroscience Center
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Neurology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 355 W 15th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/04/24

Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are seeking an additional Adult Neuropsychologist to join our compassionate and growing team at the IU Health Neuroscience Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The ideal candidate would have a background and interests in both clinical neuropsychology and behavioral medicine. Responsibilities include coordination and provision of clinical assessment services (particularly in aging/neurodegenerative disease), participation in multidisciplinary teams, supervision of pre-and postdoctoral trainees and staff, and participation in the overall academic mission. Interest in and ability to behaviorally treat headache and chronic pain is preferred, but not required. Major patient populations include neurodegenerative diseases, movement disorders, epilepsy, oncology, and brain injury, as well as a broad range of complex medical disorders. Although primarily a clinical position, there are significant opportunities for participation in research on Alzheimer disease and other populations.

Position Details:

  • Full-time employment opportunity, Monday – Friday 8:00-5:00
  • Post-doctoral training in clinical Neuropsychology
  • Eligibility for licensure in Indiana
  • Assistant Professor rank within the Neuropsychology Section/Department of Neurology

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Community Overview

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

  • Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
  • Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
  • Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
  • Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
  • Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
  • Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
  • Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
  • Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
  • Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Hospital Overview

The IU Health Neuroscience Center is a partnership between Indiana University Health and the Indiana University School of Medicine to bring the best in neurological care to patients. The IU Health Neuroscience Center combines the best doctors, most advanced treatments and latest research breakthroughs into one convenient facility located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

At the IU Health Neuroscience Center, patients see specialists and receive diagnostic imaging in a single visit. The center is also home to an innovative research facility led by the IU School of Medicine, which enables patients to have easier, faster access to clinical trials and breakthrough treatments. With neuroscience deemed as a top priority of IU School of Medicine research, the research facility received $84.2 million in National Institute of Health grant funding in 2019.

The IU Health Neuroscience Center, combined with the nationally ranked expertise and a recent expansion of the neurosurgical suites at IU Health Methodist Hospital, enables IU Health physicians to continue providing superior neurological care and treatment to Indiana residents.