Neurocognitive Dementia & Memory Disorders — Clinical Lead

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

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