School of Medicine - Part-Time Clinical Faculty - Associate Chair, Neurology

Chair, Neurology Desired Start Date: December 1, 2026 Last Day to Apply: Sunday, November 1, 2026, @ 11:59 pm (MT) Posting End Date: November 2, 2026 WHAT YOU’LL DO IN THIS POSITION Job Summary: This 0.2 FTE part-time clinical faculty leadership appointment serves as the academic and administrative leader for Neurology within the Department of Preventative and Restorative Care at the Brigham Young University School of Medicine. In close partnership with the Department Chair and clinical faculty, the Associate Chair develops, implements, and continuously improves educational and scholarly activities within the division. The role supports faculty recruitment, mentoring, instructional excellence, curriculum design and evaluation, student assessment, and faculty professional development and recognition in alignment with institutional standards, accreditation expectations, and the mission and strategic priorities of the School of Medicine. Duties and Expectations: Collaborate with the Department Chair and the Director of Phase 2 Curriculum to recruit, develop, and retain qualified, mission-aligned faculty for Neurology.

Mentor and support faculty in teaching, assessment, academic advancement, scholarship, and professional development. Coordinate and support delivery of educational content for pre-clerkship, clerkship, advanced clinical experiences, and longitudinal clinical experiences in Neurology. Participate and help train faculty to provide timely, high-quality student assessments and narrative evaluations in alignment with institutional expectations. Participate in the generation of departmental letters of recommendation, including chair letters, for students applying to residency.

Coordinate with the specialty clerkship director in the continuous improvement processes, including course and clerkship reviews and responses to student feedback. Represent the division in departmental and institutional committees, workgroups, accreditation activities, and other assignments as requested. Promote a spiritually grounded, scientifically rigorous, and learner-centered educational environment consistent with the mission of the School of Medicine. WHAT QUALIFIES YOU FOR THIS ROLE Required Degree: MD, DO.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

Board certification or eligibility in Neurology or an appropriate Neurology subspecialty. Academic or clinical leadership experience in medical education, faculty development, curriculum delivery, assessment, or related areas. Demonstrated excellence in teaching medical students, residents, fellows, or other health-professions learners. Experience mentoring medical education faculty, supporting scholarly activity, and assisting with professional advancement.

Commitment to the mission of Brigham Young University and the School of Medicine, including mission-aligned service, professionalism, and collaboration. Appointment to this position will require Ecclesiastical Endorsement, and the applicant will be expected to abide by the Church Education System Code of Conduct. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION Updated Curriculum-Vitae Cover Letter Mission Alignment Statement Contact Information for 2-3 Professional References Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. [email protected] 1-801-422-7017 .

Employment type: PART_TIME