Job Description
Job-ID: 42670Category: FacultyLocation: Tampa, FL, United StatesWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-02-12Closes: 2027-02-12Essential Personnel: YesORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:
USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the Taneja College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; and the USF Physician's Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at
POSITION SUMMARY:
The department of neurosurgery is seeking a neuropsychology candidate to join our growing team. This position will:
- Provide outpatient neuropsychological care following standard guidelines.
- Works in the capacity of a licensed provider in a competent, capable, professional manner which exemplifies the current standard of care in neuropsychology.
- Assists patients and their families during their entry and passage through the services in the USF Neuropsychology Division Clinics.
- Assesses neurobehavioral care using the appropriate neuropsychological assessments following current standards of practice.
- Develops a treatment plan and communicates with family and the patientQualificationsMINIMUM:
The successful candidate will be a graduate from an approved school and training program in psychology, and completed postdoctoral training in neuropsychology. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.PREFERRED:The incumbent knows and utilizes continuous quality improvement methodologies and practices evidence-based neuropsychology
SPECIAL SKILLS/TRAINING:Preference given to candidates whom are board certified in clinical neuropsychologyResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will participate in the undergraduate medical education program including the Behavioral Medicine Course, the Neuropsychology Residency and subspecialty lectures as needed. The incumbent will teach residents in Neuropsychology. The candidate will be able to teach the fundamentals of neuropsychological evaluation in the adult and geriatric populations. The incumbent will serve as an enrichment supervisor for neuropsychology residents as well as medical students interested in neuropsychology.
The incumbent will participate and collaborate with research projects in the Department of Neurosurgery and the USF Concussion Center as well as potentially other Centers in USF Health (e.g., Byrd Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and Movement Disorders, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, etc.) that require the services of a neuropsychologist.
Provide outpatient neuropsychological care following standard guidelines. Works in the capacity of a licensed provider in a competent, capable, professional manner which exemplifies the current standard of care in neuropsychology. Assists patients and their families during their entry and passage through the services in the USF Neuropsychology Division Clinics. Assesses neurobehavioral care using the appropriate neuropsychological assessments following current standards of practice. Develops a treatment plan and communicates with family and the patientAbout the companyWorking at USFWith approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at .Compliance and Federal NoticesThis position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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