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UT Southwestern Medical Center

Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program

UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Client Name UT Southwestern Medical Center Job Type Permanent Offering Physician Profession Oncology Specialty Neuro Job ID 15422087 Job Title Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program

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Shift Full Time Days Scheduled Hours 40

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Start Date 09/04/2025 Duration 0

Job Description Permanent Oncology - Neuro - Dallas, TX - Full Time Days - Pay Negotiable - Dallas, TX

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UT Southwestern Medical Center Location:

Dallas, TX Job Type:

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Full Time Days Start Date:

September 22, 2025

Job Overview

The Department of Neurological Surgery, the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) and the O'Donnell Brain Institute (OBI) are jointly recruiting a Director of the SCCC Neuro-Oncology Translational Research Program. This leader will have a primary faculty appointment in the Department of Neurological Surgery at UT Southwestern that is aligned with the candidate's training and expertise and will report academically to the respective Department Chair and/or Center Director. •Provide the overall leadership and academic vision for growth and development of a multi-disciplinary Neuro- Oncology Translational Research Program of national reputation. •Stimulate and lead laboratory and clinical research in brain tumor etiology, pathophysiology, and treatment. •In partnership with UTSW departments, lead and support the recruitment of laboratory and clinical investigators in neuro-oncology. •Participate in mentoring of laboratory and clinical investigators in brain tumor research. •Develop research partnerships with other academic institutions, pharma, and biotech to enhance programmatic translational goals. •Secure an adequate portfolio of investigator-initiated and trials with industry partners, focused on the needs of patients in the institution's catchment area. •Participate in the development of intra- and inter-programmatic interactions at the SCCC and OBI relevant to brain tumor research. •Sustain efforts in advocacy and outreach with a focus in Brain Tumors. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

Position Highlights RESPONSIBILITIES Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

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Address 5323 Harry Hines Blvd City Dallas State TX Zip Code 75390