Professor, Neurology - Faculty **Galveston, Texas, United States** **New** Faculty UTMB Health Requisition # 2500496 **JOB DESCRIPTION:** The Department of Neurology and the Moody Brain Health Institute (MBHI) at UTMB are seeking an outstanding candidate for a tenure/non-tenure-track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor position, as a as Director for Clinical Research and Neurological Clinical Trialist, appointed in the Department of Neurology. This dual-role position offers a unique opportunity for a dedicated and experienced neurologist qualified to lead groundbreaking research and clinical research initiatives in the field of brain disorders and brain health. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** + Director for Clinical Research + Oversee clinical research within The Moody Brain Health Institute, ensuring the highest standards of patient-related research. + Collaborate with department leaders (CTSA) to integrate clinical research activities. + Manage and optimize clinical research workflows, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. + Represent the Institute in institutional and external meetings related to clinical research. + Drive continuous improvement initiatives to advance clinical research excellence and innovation. + Neurologist Clinical Trialist + Lead and oversee clinical trials focused on neurological disorders and brain health. + Design and implement innovative research studies in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. + Ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards in all clinical research activities. + Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals and present at national and international conferences. + Actively pursue and obtain external funding from federal agencies (e.g. pharma), and other funding organizations to support independent and collaborative research initiatives. + Provide exceptional clinical care to patients, integrating the latest research findings into practice. + Mentor and train medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical research and neurology. **KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES** + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism. + Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem resolution. + Excellent decision-making skills. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** + MD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree, preferably with board certification in Neurology. + Extensive experience in conducting clinical trials and maintaining research patient cohorts, with a strong background in neurology. + Proven track record of research productivity and scholarly publications. + Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a clinical research setting. + Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. + Commitment to patient-centered research, academic excellence, and collaborative teamwork. + Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Texas. **SALARY:** Commensurate with experience **Equal Employment Opportunity** UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation