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Neurologist, Movement Disorders - Assistant Professor

Medical College of Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Jan 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How do you work with physical, occupational and speech therapists to keep your patients functioning longer?

What they are checking: Whether they value rehabilitation as part of care, not only medications and procedures.

What independent research program would you want to build here, and what support would you need?

What they are checking: Whether they have a concrete research plan that fits the institutional support the posting offers.

Tell me about your experience with clinical trials. What was your role and what was hard about it?

What they are checking: Whether they understand trial work in practice, including enrollment and regulatory demands.

How would you teach a movement disorders fellow to examine and rate a patient's tremor or rigidity?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach hands-on exam skills at the bedside, which the role includes.

What would you do

A patient with Parkinson's has bad motor fluctuations and hallucinations on their current medications. How do you adjust their care?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance motor benefit against side effects in a common, difficult clinical situation.

A patient with essential tremor asks whether focused ultrasound or DBS is better for them. How do you help them decide?

What they are checking: Whether they explain options fairly and match the choice to the patient's goals and risks.

About the work

Walk me through how you tell idiopathic Parkinson's disease apart from an atypical parkinsonian syndrome.

What they are checking: Whether they know the clinical red flags that change prognosis and treatment choices.

Tell me about your experience with DBS programming. How do you approach a patient whose symptoms got worse after programming changes?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot stimulation settings systematically rather than guessing.

How do you select candidates for deep brain stimulation, and how do you work with neurosurgery on that decision?

What they are checking: Whether they can pick patients who will benefit and coordinate well with the surgical team.

Walk me through how you plan botulinum toxin injections for cervical dystonia.

What they are checking: Whether they have real hands-on skill choosing muscles, dosing and adjusting after follow-up.

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The full job description

As published by Medical College of Wisconsin.

The Department of Neurology a t the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) , seeks a board certified / board eligible physician to join our expanding Movement Disorders Division .  This position is located in Milwaukee , WI We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care. Position Highlights: • Provide high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, essential tremor, and atypical parkinsonian syndromes. • Perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming and botulinum toxin injections. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including neurosurgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists. • Engage in clinical and/or translational research in movement disorders, with opportunities for collaboration within MCW’s robust research environment. • Participate in clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies, with institutional support for developing an independent research program. • Educate and mentor neurology residents, medical students, and movement disorders fellows through lectures, bedside teaching, and hands-on training. • Participate in educational initiatives and curriculum development within the Department of Neurology.​ • Performs other duties as assigned by Chair or Chair-Designate. Department/Division Highlights: The Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Neurology is the largest and most comprehensive Neurology group in the state of Wisconsin, with programs in Adult Neurology , Child Neurology , and Neuropsychology with more than 70 faculty. Our adult neurologists, diagnose and treat all neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, sleep, neuromuscular diseases, movement disorders including Parkinson disease, dementia, brain tumors, neuro-ophthalmology, and multiple sclerosis, and neuroimmunological disorders. We work closely with our partners in neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, psychiatry, radiation oncology, neuro-imaging, pathology, and ophthalmology across our missions of clinical, teaching and research. ​ Qualifications • Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent)  from an accredited institution. • Board certification or eligibility in Neurology • State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin. • Rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist. Procedure for Candidacy To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For inquiries or to learn more, please contact: Jen Van Abel Thibodeau, Physician & APP Recruiter jvathibodeau@mcw.edu #LI-JV1 Medical College of Wisconsin The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service. Commitment to MCW Values All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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