Clinician Scientist: UC Davis Alzheimer's Disease Center

The Department of Neurology at the University of California, Davis is recruiting a clinician scientist with interest in basic mechanisms of cerebrovascular brain injury to join the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. The position is available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This is a full-time faculty position in the InResidence series. This faculty position requires a primary interest in the basic mechanisms of cerebrovascular brain injury to study vascular cognitive impairment. Successful candidates will have a strong background in academic medicine, including demonstrated excellence in clinical service and research. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Direct patient care in an outpatient setting within the Alzheimer’s Disease Center. • Maintain a vigorous and independent research program with translational aspects to diverse populations • Participate and lead research teams and conduct collaborative scientific research. • Teaching responsibilities consistent with the responsibilities of the In-Residence series. • Provide University and public service consistent with the responsibilities of the In-Residence series. The position emphasizes leadership potential within the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center for the future. For exceptional candidates assuming leadership responsibilities, it is possible to assume the Victor and Genevieve Orsi Chair in Alzheimer’s Research. Competitive laboratory space, start-up funding, and initial salary support are available. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must possess an MD or MD/PhD and have experience in basic vascular research and cognitive neurology as it relates to vascular cognitive impairment. Must be board certified in Neurology by the ABPN on or before their start date and have the ability to obtain a California medical license. Candidates are expected to have an independent research program with evidence of success in obtaining extramural funding and a record of publication in peer-reviewed journals. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and demonstrated ability to build research teams and conduct collaborative science is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Fellowships or experience with vascular disease or cognitive neurology with a vascular emphasis are encouraged. APPLICATION PROCESS To receive full consideration, applications must be received by October 31, 2019. However, the position will be open until filled through June 30, 2020. Interested applicants should submit: 1) cover letter; 2) curriculum vita; 3) statement of research; 4) statement of contributions to diversity; and, 5) three reference letters. All material must be submitted using the following link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF03043