Clinical Instructor of Pediatrics Neuroimmunology and Demyelinating Disorders

3 weeks ago


Los Angeles, United States Keck School of Medicine Full time

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 0, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

The Pediatric Neuroimmunology and Demyelinating Disorders Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of the largest programs in the country dedicated to the treatment of rare inflammatory disorders of the brain and spinal cord in children. Our program specializes in the treatment children with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD), autoimmune encephalitis (AE), acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein associated disease (MOGAD) and other inflammatory diseases. Our program has inpatient, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation clinical practice allowing for a breadth of experience for potential trainees. CHLA is one of only a handful of pediatric centers who are considered “Partners in MS Care” by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The program seeks a clinical fellow to begin July 1 4 for a 1-year term.

Fellows rotate through multiple pediatric neuroimmunology clinics weekly, working with a variety of neuroimmunologists including Dr. Jonathan D. Santoro (program director and director of neuroimmunology), Dr. Wendy Mitchell (former division chief and opsoclonus myoclonus ataxia syndrome expert), Dr. Laura Saucier and Dr. Nusrat Ahsan. Fellows will also rotate through the Keck Multiple Sclerosis Center at USC and the Los Angeles General Hospital to gain experience in adult neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis care. In addition to neuroimmunology, fellows will have the opportunity to rotate through multidisciplinary clinics in rheumatology, neuro-ophthalmology and immunology. Inpatient consultations are also available and vary on a week-to-week basis.

Fellows will participate in research during their fellowship and will have a wide variety of NIH-funded opportunities to participate in ranging from basic science to clinical trials. Fellows will participate in weekly case conferences with the neuroimmunology program and serve as an important mentor and teacher for both pediatric and child neurology residents. Fellows will be required to complete a scholarly concentration during their fellowship which may be in the domains of research, quality improvement, education, or advocacy.

The annual base salary for this position is $,.

Program Facts:

Fellows Per Year: 1

Appointment: Clinical Instructor in Neurology; Fellow in Pediatric Neuroimmunology

Application Timeline: Rolling

Duration: 1-year minimum, optional additional year offered for interested candidates

Requirements: Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O degree and have completed a U.S. or Canadian residency program in child neurology or neurology.

Interested applicants should apply, and send a CV and brief cover letter describing interest in the program and career goals to the program director, Dr. Jonathan Santoro (jdsantoro@chla.usc.edu). Applicants will be asked to offer contact information for two academic references during an interview.

Academic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CHLA and USC greatly values diversity and is committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.



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