What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professor, Neurology - Faculty position at UTMB Health Careers?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Department of Neurology and the Moody Brain Health Institute (MBHI) at UTMB are seeking an outstanding candidate for a tenure/non-tenure-track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor position, as a as Director for Clinical Research and Neurological Clinical Trialist, appointed in the Department of Neurology. This dual-role position offers a unique opportunity for a dedicated and experienced neurologist qualified to lead groundbreaking research and clinical research initiatives in the field of brain disorders and brain health.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Director for Clinical Research
- Oversee clinical research within The Moody Brain Health Institute, ensuring the highest standards of patient-related research.
- Collaborate with department leaders (CTSA) to integrate clinical research activities.
- Manage and optimize clinical research workflows, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
- Represent the Institute in institutional and external meetings related to clinical research.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to advance clinical research excellence and innovation.
- Neurologist Clinical Trialist
- Lead and oversee clinical trials focused on neurological disorders and brain health.
- Design and implement innovative research studies in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards in all clinical research activities.
- Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals and present at national and international conferences.
- Actively pursue and obtain external funding from federal agencies (e.g. pharma), and other funding organizations to support independent and collaborative research initiatives.
- Provide exceptional clinical care to patients, integrating the latest research findings into practice.
- Mentor and train medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical research and neurology.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism.
- Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem resolution.
- Excellent decision-making skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- MD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree, preferably with board certification in Neurology.
- Extensive experience in conducting clinical trials and maintaining research patient cohorts, with a strong background in neurology.
- Proven track record of research productivity and scholarly publications.
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a clinical research setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to patient-centered research, academic excellence, and collaborative teamwork.
- Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Texas.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
