<p>A rapidly growing, internationally recognized multidisciplinary Neuroscience program in the northern suburbs of Chicago is recruiting a Cranial Neurosurgeon to join an independent, physician-led group of neurosurgeons, ENT skull base specialists, neuro-oncologists, and neurologists. The practice is anchored at a 509-bed comprehensive stroke center — the largest campus in the northern Chicago suburbs — and operates within a fully integrated, next-generation interdisciplinary care model. Compensation ranges from $600,000 to $900,000+ on a non-wRVU model, and cap-exempt H-1B visa sponsorship is available. This is a high-acuity, high-autonomy position for a cranial surgeon who wants to build a program alongside world-class subspecialists.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Compensation range of $600,000 – $900,000+, structured on a non-wRVU model</li> <li>Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Occurrence-based professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, CME allowance, and 401(k)</li> <li>Cap-exempt H-1B visa sponsorship available</li> <li>Employed position within a rapidly expanding Neurosciences service line</li> <li>Strong administrative and leadership support infrastructure</li> <li>Academic appointment available</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>509-bed comprehensive stroke center — the largest facility in the northern Chicago suburbs and the flagship campus of its health system</li> <li>Advanced cranial surgical case mix including open and endoscopic skull base surgery, open vascular neurosurgery, subcortical white matter surgery, and neuroplastic and reconstructive procedures</li> <li>Integrated ORs equipped with advanced intraoperative imaging, surgical navigation, and robotic exoscope technology</li> <li>Established 24/7 support from neuro-hospitalists, neurointensivists, and endovascular specialists</li> <li>Internationally recognized multidisciplinary team spanning neurosurgery, subspecialty ENT/skull base, neuro-oncology, neurointerventional, and neurocritical care</li> <li>Comprehensive program treating brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, pituitary disorders, skull base disease, cranial nerve disorders, facial pain, and general neurology</li> <li>Flexible clinic and OR scheduling within a physician-led group structure</li> <li>Strong research infrastructure with active clinical trial opportunities</li> <li>Neurosciences Institute expansion underway to integrate a full suite of providers and state-of-the-art OR suites with the latest navigation technology</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree required</li> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Neurosurgery (ABNS)</li> <li>Fellowship training in Skull Base Surgery and/or Neuro-Oncology strongly preferred</li> <li>Proficiency in open and endoscopic cranial approaches, vascular neurosurgery, and subcortical surgery</li> <li>Eligible to obtain Illinois medical licensure</li> <li>Cap-exempt H-1B visa sponsorship available for qualified international candidates</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>The position is based in the northern suburbs of Chicago — a region that combines genuine suburban livability with immediate access to one of the country's great cities. The area offers top-rated public and private schools, diverse and affordable housing options, a rich dining and arts scene, and abundant outdoor recreation. O'Hare and Midway international airports are easily accessible, making travel for conferences, research collaboration, and personal trips straightforward. For physicians relocating with families, the northern suburbs consistently rank among the most desirable communities in the Midwest.</p>