Cleveland Clinic
Overview
Cleveland Clinic invites applications for the position of
Chair, Department of Neurosciences , within Cleveland Clinic Research. This position offers the chance to shape a globally recognized research program that drives innovation in brain health and neurological disease. The Department of Neurosciences currently comprises 20 independent laboratories and more than 190 research members focused on understanding brain development, function and disease, with expertise spanning neuronal activity and advanced imaging, cerebrospinal fluid biology, immunity and microglia. Investigators lead work addressing neurodevelopment, neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders, including how cerebrospinal fluid and dura-associated lymphatic tissue contribute to CNS disease; how imaging and neuromodulation technologies can improve diagnosis and treatment; and how microglia and innate immunity affect conditions such as multiple sclerosis, autism, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The department also develops biomarkers and novel delivery methods to support clinical trials and advance neurotherapeutic care, supported by resources such as our Rapid Autopsy Program with the Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis. In 2024, the department held $13.3 million in active external funding and maintains a strong commitment to education and mentorship, currently training more than 120 postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students. This is a central and critical role for Cleveland Clinic globally and in the Cleveland Innovation District. Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for the Department of Neurosciences across Cleveland Clinic’s global locations, guiding a multidisciplinary team of faculty, trainees, and administrative staff. Oversee operations and integration with Cleveland Clinic's clinical institutes, particularly the Neurological Institute, to accelerate translation of discovery into practice. Report to the Chief of Cleveland Clinic Research and hold a Full Staff position (equivalent to Full Professor) with a joint appointment in the Neurological Institute and a faculty appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, at a rank commensurate with experience. Develop and communicate a compelling strategic vision for the department's future within the research and broader medical environments. Qualifications
Must hold an MD and/or PhD degree with a distinguished national/international record of scholarship and significant administrative experience, including mentorship of students, trainees, fellows, and faculty of diverse research backgrounds. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage a complex, multidisciplinary research enterprise and to collaborate with clinical institutes to advance translational research. Strong commitment to education and mentorship and a track record of successful program development and administration. Application Details
Kindly submit your application by October 15, 2025. To learn more about the Department of Neurosciences, visit
www.lerner.ccf.org/neurosciences .
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Cleveland Clinic invites applications for the position of
Chair, Department of Neurosciences , within Cleveland Clinic Research. This position offers the chance to shape a globally recognized research program that drives innovation in brain health and neurological disease. The Department of Neurosciences currently comprises 20 independent laboratories and more than 190 research members focused on understanding brain development, function and disease, with expertise spanning neuronal activity and advanced imaging, cerebrospinal fluid biology, immunity and microglia. Investigators lead work addressing neurodevelopment, neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders, including how cerebrospinal fluid and dura-associated lymphatic tissue contribute to CNS disease; how imaging and neuromodulation technologies can improve diagnosis and treatment; and how microglia and innate immunity affect conditions such as multiple sclerosis, autism, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The department also develops biomarkers and novel delivery methods to support clinical trials and advance neurotherapeutic care, supported by resources such as our Rapid Autopsy Program with the Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis. In 2024, the department held $13.3 million in active external funding and maintains a strong commitment to education and mentorship, currently training more than 120 postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students. This is a central and critical role for Cleveland Clinic globally and in the Cleveland Innovation District. Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for the Department of Neurosciences across Cleveland Clinic’s global locations, guiding a multidisciplinary team of faculty, trainees, and administrative staff. Oversee operations and integration with Cleveland Clinic's clinical institutes, particularly the Neurological Institute, to accelerate translation of discovery into practice. Report to the Chief of Cleveland Clinic Research and hold a Full Staff position (equivalent to Full Professor) with a joint appointment in the Neurological Institute and a faculty appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, at a rank commensurate with experience. Develop and communicate a compelling strategic vision for the department's future within the research and broader medical environments. Qualifications
Must hold an MD and/or PhD degree with a distinguished national/international record of scholarship and significant administrative experience, including mentorship of students, trainees, fellows, and faculty of diverse research backgrounds. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage a complex, multidisciplinary research enterprise and to collaborate with clinical institutes to advance translational research. Strong commitment to education and mentorship and a track record of successful program development and administration. Application Details
Kindly submit your application by October 15, 2025. To learn more about the Department of Neurosciences, visit
www.lerner.ccf.org/neurosciences .
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