Director of Neuromuscular Program and Professor

Position Overview

Position Title : Neuromuscular Division Director

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

Salary Range : The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. The salary range for this position is $167,900-$357,500.

This position may include membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Review Timeline : Reviewed every 2 years from start date

Application Window

Open Date : September 27, 2024

Next Review Date : Friday, Nov 1, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final Date : Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Department of Neurology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is recruiting for a clinician-investigator or physician-scientist to provide leadership in innovative research and clinical care as the Director of the Neuromuscular Program in the Department of Neurology.

The successful candidate will be expected to lead the program to new levels of excellence in neuromuscular disorders and to conduct basic, pre-clinical or translational research in neuromuscular disorders.

This is a tenured position, which provides substantial salary support that scales with the academic position and advancement of the candidate.

As a clinician-investigator or physician-scientist with recognized excellence in research, the candidate will also be considered for the inaugural Christian Herrmann, Jr.

M.D. Endowed Chair. The endowment will provide special financial recognition to the individual selected to support salary, trainee education, research, supplies, and other areas related to further the mission of the Department of Neurology, the DGSOM, and the campus.

Responsibilities include :

• Developing a nationally prominent clinical and / or research program in the areas of neuromuscular medicine.
• Leading the Neuromuscular Program in the Department of Neurology.
• Working closely with the neuromuscular fellowship director to lead the ACGME neuromuscular fellowship.
• Serving as a mentor to graduate students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty.
• Fostering collaborative relationships and interdisciplinary research teams and encouraging scholarship in the areas of research and treatment related to disorders of muscle and / or nerve.

Qualification Requirements : MD, MD / PhD, or equivalent; Candidates must have active extramural research funding that is transferable to UCLA, a strong record of publication and career development in biomedical animal- and / or human-based research, and demonstrated excellence in mentoring.

In addition, the candidate must have the ability to anticipate change and implement initiatives to meet the challenges of academic medicine and science, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, and excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with administration, trainees, researchers, clinicians, faculty in other disciplines, and staff.

The ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment is required.

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application) :

MD, MD / PhD, or equivalent

Additional Qualifications :

Candidates must have active extramural research funding that is transferable to UCLA (required at time of appointment).

Preferred Qualifications :

• Strong record of publication and career development in biomedical animal- and / or human-based research.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements :

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of Research Experience and Interests
• Statement of Teaching
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Authorization to release form

Reference Requirements : 3-5 required (contact information only). Only references of final candidates will be contacted.

Apply Link : https : / / recruit.apo.ucla.edu / JPF09804

Help Contact : [email protected]

About UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

Job Location

Los Angeles, CA

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