About this role
Why Join Us
Children's Hospital of Michigan has been a cornerstone of pediatric medicine since 1886, and its Division of Neurology is one of the most established and well-resourced programs in the Midwest. You'll step into a NAEC Level 4 epilepsy program backed by 6 NIH-funded grants, a surgical epilepsy infrastructure that performs 20+ cases annually, and a division of 11 pediatric neurologists who are actively growing the team. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-functioning academic epilepsy program with the clinical volume, research access, and institutional support to build something meaningful.
Position Highlights
• Pediatric Epileptologist role with both outpatient clinical and academic responsibilities • Monthly schedule: 3 weeks of 5 half-day clinics plus 1 dedicated week of EEG studies • Division of 11 pediatric neurologists, including 4 board-certified epileptologists and a clinical neurophysiologist • 20+ epilepsy surgeries per year with active neurostimulation clinic (VNS and RNS) • Epilepsy monitoring units at Detroit and Troy locations, overnight EEG supported by Stratus • NAEC Level 4 accreditation — the highest level in the country • Faculty appointment at Central Michigan University College of Medicine • Opportunities for research involvement, grant-supported projects, and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows • 228-bed children's hospital and Level 1 trauma center, part of the Detroit Medical Center (DMC)
What We Offer
• Competitive academic compensation commensurate with experience • Academic faculty appointment with CMU College of Medicine • Access to 6 NIH-funded grants and multiple pathways for research and publications • Teaching and mentorship opportunities across medical education levels • Malpractice insurance provided • Health, dental, and life insurance • 401(k) with employer matching • Deferred compensation program • Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatric Neurology • Epilepsy fellowship training preferred but not required • Eligibility to obtain Michigan medical licensure • Interest in teaching and participation in an academic environment
Why Metro Detroit
Metro Detroit is a region that consistently surprises physicians who arrive expecting rust belt and discover a thriving, affordable, and culturally rich metro area. The suburbs — Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills, Birmingham, and Royal Oak among them — offer excellent public and private schools, safe neighborhoods, and a cost of living that stretches a physician salary considerably further than comparable markets on the coasts. Detroit's culinary scene has earned national recognition, and the region's sports culture, world-class museums, and proximity to Michigan's lakes and outdoor recreation make for a genuinely well-rounded quality of life. For physicians with families or those looking to plant roots, Metro Detroit offers something that's increasingly rare: exceptional medicine in a community where you can actually afford to live well.