Indianapolis, IN

The Department of Neurological Surgery at Indiana University Health and Riley Children’s Health are seeking a transformational leader that will serve as the next Chief for the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and as a collaborative leader in guiding the Riley Children’s Pediatric Neuroscience Initiative in collaboration with IU Health, Indiana University School of Medicine, and the Stark Neurosciences Research Institute. With a comprehensive systemic system-wide commitment to the resources necessary to build a nationally respected program, we believe this role to be among the top legacy leadership opportunities available in pediatric neuroscience today.

The new leader must be accomplished in leading high-functioning teams in delivering cutting-edge, high quality surgical outcomes and in the advancement of established national best practices. Role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversight and mentorship for pediatric neurosurgical faculty in key areas of clinical quality, professional development, and academic productivity and excellence.
  • Continue the expansion of Riley Children’s neurosurgical services with a goal of establishing the neuroscience program as a market leader in the state and region.
  • Continue current efforts to recruit and retain faculty and staff with different backgrounds to build upon high-quality existing programs, promoting DE&I within the division and contributing academically across the system.


Riley Children’s Overview:

For more than 100 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support, and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation, and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery. Riley Hospital is nationally ranked as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten) and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology. The Riley Children’s Foundation provides significant philanthropic support for both research and clinical programs. In addition, the Department of Pediatrics at Riley Hospital is ranked ninth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country and has satellite ambulatory clinics in multiple cities across the state, and offers three sites for pediatric surgical care.

At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. With a bold approach to diversity and inclusion, we are the place where many voices and perspectives come together to improve the health of our communities today and in the future.

Candidate Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess an MD, DO, or equivalent degree, and completion of an ACGME-accredited neurological residency and an ACPNF-accredited pediatric neurosurgery fellowship, be Board Certified in Neurosurgery and additional certification in pediatric neurosurgery by ABNS and ABPNS. Additionally, candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Indiana and possess a level of academic accomplishment commensurate with process qualifications for an IU faculty appointment at the level of Associate Professor or Professor. A track record of outstanding academic leadership experience and demonstrated accomplishment in fostering diverse healthy cultures known for their academic productivity across all missions is highly preferred. Visa sponsorship is available; H-1B.

Opportunity Highlights:

  • Nationally ranked among the top pediatric neurosurgery programs by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Indiana’s only:
  • Level I Pediatric Trauma Center - verified level 4 by the American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Level 4 Comprehensive Epilepsy Center
  • Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy Program for Epilepsy and Neuro Oncology
  • Precision Genomics Program for Neuro-Oncology
  • Comprehensive Craniosynostosis Program offering open and endoscopic procedures
  • The new Division Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery will be directly responsible to the Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery for the Division's overall function.
  • World-class divisional research and teaching missions are a top priority. Multiple areas of interest with support by the Department, and unique opportunities to be part of the Stark Neuroscience Research Institute, as well as 5 other Neuroscience Institute Centers: Neurodegenerative Disorders, Spinal Disorders, Neurovascular Disorders, Neurotrauma, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neuro-oncology.
  • New Medical Education and Research Building to be completed in 2025 with 3 Research Floors: Neurodegeneration, Cancer Experimental Therapeutics, Brown Immunotherapy Center. Additional space for Education Learning Centers and General Surgery Skills Lab.
  • IU Health’s new medical campus project will build a new hospital and research and educational facilities across a 44-acre site in downtown Indianapolis. Targeted to open in late 2027, OVER $4 billion construction project.
  • Planned Education Program expansion to include recruitment of PhD Education Director.
  • Participate in philanthropic efforts for the Division, Department, and Institutes
  • Highly competitive compensation, benefits, and programmatic resource package for the selected candidate including opportunities for Endowed Chair and Professorship
  • Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States. Two suburbs, Carmel and Fishers have also been named #1 Best Suburbs to Live in the US for the past 8 years.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications, including current curriculum vitae and a cover letter stating qualifications and reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to Jon Hayes Executive Vice President, CareerPhysician, C/O Kerry Henry at Kerry@careerphysician.com. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant.

As the nation’s largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana.