Faculty (Open Rank) | Neurocognitive - Neurology, McGovern Medical School

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

UTHealth Houston’s Department of Neurology invites applications for a faculty physician at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to join the Division of Dementia and Memory Disorders. The role emphasizes clinical excellence in dementia and memory disorders with opportunities in clinical trials and translational research.

The candidate should have expertise in cognitive neurology, dementia, and memory disorders, alongside a commitment to education, discovery, and service within a thriving

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME neurology residency.
• Completion of an ACGME fellowship in dementia, memory disorders, or cognitive neurology.
• ABPN board certification or eligibility in Neurology.
• Texas medical license or eligibility for Texas licensure.
• Excellent clinical skills and communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care focusing on dementia, memory disorders, and cognitive neurology.
• Participate in and develop clinical trials and translational research.
• Collaborate with colleagues across UTHealth Houston on neurodegenerative disorders and neuropsychiatric manifestations.
• Engage in medical education and mentorship of trainees and students.

Skills

Cognitive neurology

Dementia

Memory disorders

Clinical trials

Translational research

Education

MD or DO

Neurology residency

Dementia/cognitive neurology fellowship

ABPN board certification

Texas medical license

Job description

The Department of Neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is seeking an outstanding faculty physician to join the Division of Dementia and Memory Disorders at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is committed to advancing innovative patient care, education, and discovery. We invite applications from neurologists passionate about improving the lives of patients and families affected by dementia and other neurodegenerative disorders and eager to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative academic environment.

Our ideal candidate brings expertise or a strong interest in cognitive neurology, dementia, and memory disorders, with particular enthusiasm for clinical trials, translational research, neurodegenerative movement disorders, and the psychiatric manifestations of neurodegenerative disease.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing academic program and contribute to the division's missions of clinical excellence, discovery, education, and service. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and expand their clinical and academic interests while collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues across UTHealth Houston.

Position Highlights

• Clinical practice focused on dementia, memory disorders, and cognitive neurology.
• Opportunities to participate in and develop clinical trials and translational research.
• Opportunities for collaboration in neurodegenerative movement disorders and neuropsychiatric manifestations of neurodegenerative disease.
• Participation in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and academic mission of a leading medical school and health sciences center.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship in dementia, memory disorders, or cognitive neurology
• ABPN board certification or eligibility in Neurology
• Texas medical license or eligibility for Texas licensure.
• Excellent clinical skills, including comprehensive history-taking, neurological examination, and interpretation of diagnostic studies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, trainees, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Demonstrated commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented academic environment.
• Commitment to excellence, discovery, education, and service, with the potential to be outstanding in one's area of expertise.

Candidates with a demonstrated record of clinical excellence, scholarly activity, research, clinical trials, translational investigation, and academic leadership are particularly encouraged to apply.

Join us in advancing the future of dementia and memory disorders care, research, and education at McGovern Medical School.