<p>A nationally ranked, freestanding 228-bed children's hospital in Detroit, Michigan is recruiting Pediatric Neurologists and a Pediatric Epileptologist to join one of the most research-active pediatric neurology divisions in the Midwest. The division comprises 11 Pediatric Neurologists — including 4 board-certified epileptologists and a clinical neurophysiologist — and carries 6 active NIH-funded grants focused on epilepsy and neurophysiology. This is a substantive academic appointment with genuine research infrastructure, a multidisciplinary clinical environment, and a faculty role at an affiliated university College of Medicine.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with productivity incentive structure</li> <li>Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail protection included</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>CME allowance with dedicated conference time</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>228-bed freestanding children's hospital with an international reputation in pediatric medicine and research</li> <li>Division of 11 Pediatric Neurologists, including 4 board-certified epileptologists and a clinical neurophysiologist — one of the largest and most specialized pediatric neurology teams in the region</li> <li>6 active NIH-funded research grants in epilepsy and neurophysiology, with direct opportunities for physician participation in funded studies and scholarly activities</li> <li>Outpatient clinical responsibilities combined with subspecialty clinic involvement across complex pediatric neurological conditions</li> <li>Multidisciplinary care model for high-acuity and diagnostically complex pediatric neurology cases</li> <li>Faculty appointment available at affiliated university College of Medicine</li> <li>Teaching responsibilities spanning medical students, residents, and fellows in a structured academic environment</li> <li>Team-oriented divisional culture with established subspecialty depth in epilepsy and neurophysiology</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree from an accredited institution</li> <li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology (ABPN)</li> <li>Fellowship training in Epilepsy or Movement Disorders preferred; Epileptologist candidates actively sought</li> <li>Genuine interest in academic medicine, including teaching and scholarly activity</li> <li>Active Michigan medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Detroit is a city in confident resurgence — offering the cultural depth of a major American metro at a cost of living well below the national average, a combination that is increasingly rare. Physicians relocating here find an exceptional range of housing options, from renovated Midtown lofts and stately Grosse Pointe homes to spacious properties in the suburbs of Birmingham and Rochester Hills. The city delivers world-class dining, the Detroit Institute of Arts, all four major professional sports franchises, a live music heritage rooted in Motown, and outdoor amenities including the Detroit Riverwalk, Belle Isle Park, and year-round Great Lakes recreation. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport provides nonstop access to virtually every major U.S. hub and select international destinations, making travel for conferences and family visits straightforward.</p>