Job Description

Department of Neurology

Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders

The Department of Neurology is committed to outstanding clinical care and scientific excellence across the full spectrum of neurological disorders. A particular clinical and research focus is placed on innovative diagnostics and therapies for early and advanced Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.

Join Our Team

We are pleased to accept applications for a two-year Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders, starting at the earliest possible date

The fellowship is specifically designed for early-career physicians from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) who wish to expand their clinical, scientific, and teaching expertise in the field of Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders and subsequently apply and share this knowledge in their home countries.

The fellowship follows a “train-the-trainer” approach. In addition to comprehensive clinical training, fellows will receive structured education in clinical research, scientific methodology, and medical education and teaching. A central objective is to enable fellows, upon returning to their home countries, to share their acquired knowledge and expertise with colleagues and to contribute to the sustainable development of local expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and research of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.

What We Offer

• Salary based on the German E6 TV-L scale and part-time employment currently 30.80 hours/week and remuneration in accordance with the fellowship framework
• A structured and comprehensive clinical and academic training programme in movement disorders within an internationally active academic neurology department
• 30 days of paid annual leave, because the health and well-being of our employees matter to us
• Attractive employee discounts on various online platforms and with numerous partner companies
• You can find more exciting benefits offered by the UKSH here: Benefits

What to Expect

• Comprehensive training and hands-on experience in the epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care, and rehabilitation of movement disorders under the supervision of experienced neurologists
• Practical expertise in the management of patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, tailored to the fellow’s background and individual training goals
• Insights into innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in the field of movement disorders
• Support in clinical research as well as in developing scientific presentations, educational materials, and teaching activities
• Development of skills to transfer acquired knowledge and expertise to colleagues in the fellow’s home country after completion of the fellowship

What You Bring

• A completed medical degree and initial clinical experience as a resident in Neurology or equivalent postgraduate training, or qualification as a specialist in Neurology
• A strong interest in movement disorders and Parkinson’s disease with a commitment to clinical excellence and translational research
• An interest in medical education and teaching, including the development and delivery of presentations and training programmes
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills; German language skills preferably at a minimum of A1 level; and willingness to develop further German language proficiency during the fellowship
• A clear motivation to apply and disseminate the knowledge and skills acquired during the fellowship in your home country

We look forward to receiving your application by 02.09.2026, quoting reference number 29193