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Director of Translational Science for the Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Translational Science for the Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases. This is a unique opportunity to lead a cutting-edge research program aimed at understanding and developing novel therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease.
As the Director of Translational Science, you will be responsible for leading a team of scientists and overseeing the development of innovative research programs focused on translating basic science discoveries into new therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. You will collaborate with other researchers at the Center and across the university to identify new drug targets and develop preclinical models to validate potential therapeutics. You will also be responsible for...
Director of Translational Science for the Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Translational Science for the Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases. This is a unique opportunity to lead a cutting-edge research program aimed at understanding and developing novel therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease.
As the Director of Translational Science, you will be responsible for leading a team of scientists and overseeing the development of innovative research programs focused on translating basic science discoveries into new therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. You will collaborate with other researchers at the Center and across the university to identify new drug targets and develop preclinical models to validate potential therapeutics. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing clinical trials for promising therapeutic candidates.
Key responsibilities:
Lead a team of scientists to develop and implement research programs aimed at translating basic science discoveries into novel therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.
Qualifications:
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit:https: // jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/
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Bring Your “A” Game.Why are top candidates in so many professional fields – including customer service, finance, and human resources, to name a few – choosing UT Southwestern Medical Center as a career home? Simple. They know that they will work among a team of people who bring their best every day to support a health organization that's breaking new ground in dozens of ways. That's what we can offer you.
It takes a lot to keep UT Southwestern at the forefront, where world-class patient care, acclaimed medical education, and innovative research breakthroughs are common occurrences. When you join us, those are the challenges you'll share. Our organization has taken on serious commitments and responsibilities within a rapidly evolving health care system.
Change is a constant, so our work supporting this complex matrix of business and systems needs must rise to the highest level of professionalism, collaboration, and innovation. That's true for every role across the Medical Center and represents why this can be the most challenging work of your career.