Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number:
Department: Surgery-SMS
Division: Neurosurgery
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
SMS/SWS#: SMS - 3808

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Description

This is an academic leadership position based in Springfield (with Decatur outreach), serving as Director of Cerebrovascular Surgery within the Division of Neurosurgery. The role includes responsibility for developing and leading a comprehensive cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery program, while contributing to teaching, research, and an active clinical practice in Neurosurgery.

*This position ON SITE only*

Examples of Duties

Administration: 10%
a. Serve as Director of Cerebrovascular Surgery, providing leadership in the development, growth, and strategic direction of the cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery program
b. Develop and manage programmatic goals, clinical pathways, and budgets related to cerebrovascular services
c. Collaborate with hospital leadership and multidisciplinary teams (e.g., neurology, radiology, stroke services) to enhance comprehensive stroke and cerebrovascular care
d. Contribute to the growth and development of additional adult neurosurgical programs, including general and spine.
e. Assist in faculty recruitment for the Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, and other appropriate areas of the Medical School
Teaching: 25%
a. Assist the Chair in assuring a balanced and integrated educational program in the Neurosciences including undergraduate medical education, surgical residency programs, continued medical education, and multidisciplinary surgical program.
i. Develop and expand educational programs in cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery
ii. Assist in developing educational programs to meet relevant Neurosurgical needs in central and southern Illinois
iii. Assist in developing and implementing undergraduate curricula in Neurosurgery and the Neurosciences where appropriate
iv. Assist in educating residents in Neurosurgical patient care
v. Serve as a mentor for Neurosurgical research for graduate and undergraduate Students
vi. Providing a role model in Neurosurgery as a teacher
Research: 15%
a. Actively engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Division, particularly in cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery
i. Develop programs of research and scholarly activities and keeping with the goals of the Division
ii. Produce published research that promotes the visibility and achievement of the Division
iii. Engage in clinical trials and/or basic science research that further the understanding and treatment of Neurosurgical disease
iv. Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support research
Service: 50%
a. Practice Neurosurgery in an exemplary manner, properly balanced with other academic activities, and clinical, and administrative responsibilities
i. Develop and maintain a clinical Neurosurgical practice appropriate to community needs
ii. Support development of a comprehensive stroke and cerebrovascular center
iii. Provide a role model in Neurosurgery as a practitioner for faculty, house staff and residents
Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of accredited medical school program
Successful completion of a Neurosurgical Residency
Fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery with or without additional open Cerebrovascular training. Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Neurosurgery
Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois or eligible for such licensure
Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
5+ years of clinical or academic leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in program development or leadership in cerebrovascular neurosurgery

Supplemental Information
The budgeted annual salary range is $450,000 to $495,000, representing the academic base salary only, which is funded through the University. The final academic base salary will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget considerations. Additional clinical compensation will be provided separately through a member practice agreement.
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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