Research Faculty, Rusk Rehabilitation -Traumatic Brain Injury

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York seeks a Principal Investigator for the Rusk Rehabilitation Traumatic Brain Injury Model System. The role involves leading grant applications, managing extramural research projects, and mentoring trainees. Candidates must have a doctoral degree and a strong background in funded research and TBI projects. The position offers a competitive salary range of $165,000 to $170,000, contingent upon experience and other factors.

Qualifications

• Strong record of extramurally funded research.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-site or large-scale projects.
• Experience with federal research grant mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator for TBI research.
• Lead extramurally funded research applications and projects.
• Mentor post-doctoral fellows and other trainees.

Skills

Extramurally funded research

Peer-reviewed publications

TBI research experience

Leadership in research projects

Data collection and analysis

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Sc.D.)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serving as Principal Investigator of the Rusk Rehabilitation Traumatic Brain Injury Model System
• Preparing and submitting a competitive grant application for the upcoming TBI Model System grant cycle (2027–2032)
• Participating in and leading applications for extramurally funded research from federal sponsors (NIH or other), non-federal sponsors, and foundation-funded research grants
• Successfully leading and completing major components of extramurally funded research projects, coordinating project methodology, data collection, and analysis
• Preparing and reviewing manuscripts for publication; maintaining a strong track record of authoring peer‑reviewed publications
• Forging productive collaborations with investigators within Rusk Rehabilitation and, as appropriate, with faculty in other departments at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and at New York University
• Participating in training activities and engaging in mentoring post‑doctoral fellows, medical students, residents, other trainees, and staff, as requested
• Supervising and providing day‑to‑day direction to research staff, including research coordinators, data analysts, and research assistants, ensuring quality and productivity across all research activities.
• Contributing to a collegial and collaborative research environment within Rusk Rehabilitation, including active participation in research group meetings, sharing of methodological expertise, and fostering a culture of scientific exchange and mutual support among faculty and trainees.
• Participating in departmental and institutional activities as requested by the Chair or institutional leadership

Salary, Experience, and Requirements

Salary Range: $165,000-$170,00, The salary range listed is for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual salary may not fall within the listed salary range; consideration will be made for experience, training, hospital/community need, and other factors.

The successful candidate must hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D., Sc.D.) or its professional equivalent. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of extramurally funded research, peer‑reviewed publications, and experience leading multi‑site or large‑scale research projects. Experience with TBI research and/or federal research grant mechanisms (e.g., NIDILRR, NIH) is required.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.