University of New Mexico
Open Rank of Neurology - Associate Director of ADRC
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Overview
The University of New Mexico Center for Memory & Aging (CMA) and the Department of Neurology invites applications for a new faculty position at the Associate Professor to Professor level. The selected applicant will be an Associate Director of the newly funded New Mexico Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (NM ADRC). The successful applicant will have fellowship training in cognitive disorders and experience working in an ADRC. The individual will be part of the UNM Center for Memory & Aging research programs and will be recruiting and assessing participants in two program project level grants (MarkVCID and NM ADRC). It is expected that the candidate will have on-going, independent NIH research funding. Clinical duties will include directing a memory and aging clinic as well as a clinic patient load. Education duties include teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. The NM ADRC/CMA has on-going studies in many areas with a focus on Neuroinflammation, Vascular Contributions to Cognitive Impairment, and Health Disparities, and plasma-based biomarkers. For more information regarding NM ADRC leadership's research, visit the NM ADRC core leaders page. The Medical School has strong research faculty with resources for clinical and laboratory studies. The newly funded ADRC has a commitment to provide dementia services for New Mexico\'s rural and medically underserved populations. The applicant needs strong administrative skills and ability to direct a large clinical research team. The medical school has a Clinical Translational Science Center, a designated Comprehensive Cancer Center with a genome center, a Brain and Behavioral Health Institute, and three NIH-funded Centers for Biomedical Research Excellence (CoBRE) focused on Brain Recovery & Repair, Autophagy/Inflammation/Metabolism and Center for Metals in Biology & Medicine. Neuroimaging is done in collaboration with the Mind Research Center Network (MRN). Laboratory space and facilities including a Quanterix HD-1 and Meso Scale Discovery instruments allow for the measurement of plasma-based biomarkers. The position includes research start-up funds, state-of-the-art research and shared core facilities. Salary is competitive and dependent on faculty rank. The University of New Mexico is an equal opportunity employer. About the University of New Mexico Center for Memory & Aging:
CMA is a stand-alone research center reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine. CMA has NIH funding and has recently been awarded an NIH Alzheimer\'s Disease Research Center, with plans to expand rapidly. About the University of New Mexico Neurology Department:
The department is the only Academic Medical Center in the state associated with a Medical School, with 35 clinical faculty and residence/fellowship programs. UNM is a mission-driven institution providing access to high quality care across the state. About Albuquerque, New Mexico:
Albuquerque offers a high desert environment with abundant sunshine and outdoor activities. It is within reach of Santa Fe and Taos and reflects a diverse cultural landscape. Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to memory and aging clinical and translational research programs, participate in participant recruitment and assessment for NM ADRC and related grants, direct a memory and aging clinic, supervise a clinical research team, and provide teaching to medical students, residents, and fellows. Collaborate across centers and cores, manage administrative tasks related to the ADRC and CMA, and contribute to program development and dissemination of findings. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent advanced degree. Fellowship training in Cognitive Neurology. Board certified/board eligible in Neurology or Psychiatry. Eligible for Medical licensure in the state of New Mexico. Eligible to work in the U.S. Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in an NIH ADRC. Track record of sustained NIH funding. Excellence in education, training and mentoring. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, and experience working with diverse communities. Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Complete applications should include a cover letter addressing minimum and preferred qualifications, a current CV, copies of representative publications, and the names, addresses, and contact information for three professional references. For more information, contact NeuroHR@salud.unm.edu. For Best Consideration
For best consideration, apply by 6/28/2025. This position will remain open until filled. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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The University of New Mexico Center for Memory & Aging (CMA) and the Department of Neurology invites applications for a new faculty position at the Associate Professor to Professor level. The selected applicant will be an Associate Director of the newly funded New Mexico Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (NM ADRC). The successful applicant will have fellowship training in cognitive disorders and experience working in an ADRC. The individual will be part of the UNM Center for Memory & Aging research programs and will be recruiting and assessing participants in two program project level grants (MarkVCID and NM ADRC). It is expected that the candidate will have on-going, independent NIH research funding. Clinical duties will include directing a memory and aging clinic as well as a clinic patient load. Education duties include teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. The NM ADRC/CMA has on-going studies in many areas with a focus on Neuroinflammation, Vascular Contributions to Cognitive Impairment, and Health Disparities, and plasma-based biomarkers. For more information regarding NM ADRC leadership's research, visit the NM ADRC core leaders page. The Medical School has strong research faculty with resources for clinical and laboratory studies. The newly funded ADRC has a commitment to provide dementia services for New Mexico\'s rural and medically underserved populations. The applicant needs strong administrative skills and ability to direct a large clinical research team. The medical school has a Clinical Translational Science Center, a designated Comprehensive Cancer Center with a genome center, a Brain and Behavioral Health Institute, and three NIH-funded Centers for Biomedical Research Excellence (CoBRE) focused on Brain Recovery & Repair, Autophagy/Inflammation/Metabolism and Center for Metals in Biology & Medicine. Neuroimaging is done in collaboration with the Mind Research Center Network (MRN). Laboratory space and facilities including a Quanterix HD-1 and Meso Scale Discovery instruments allow for the measurement of plasma-based biomarkers. The position includes research start-up funds, state-of-the-art research and shared core facilities. Salary is competitive and dependent on faculty rank. The University of New Mexico is an equal opportunity employer. About the University of New Mexico Center for Memory & Aging:
CMA is a stand-alone research center reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine. CMA has NIH funding and has recently been awarded an NIH Alzheimer\'s Disease Research Center, with plans to expand rapidly. About the University of New Mexico Neurology Department:
The department is the only Academic Medical Center in the state associated with a Medical School, with 35 clinical faculty and residence/fellowship programs. UNM is a mission-driven institution providing access to high quality care across the state. About Albuquerque, New Mexico:
Albuquerque offers a high desert environment with abundant sunshine and outdoor activities. It is within reach of Santa Fe and Taos and reflects a diverse cultural landscape. Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to memory and aging clinical and translational research programs, participate in participant recruitment and assessment for NM ADRC and related grants, direct a memory and aging clinic, supervise a clinical research team, and provide teaching to medical students, residents, and fellows. Collaborate across centers and cores, manage administrative tasks related to the ADRC and CMA, and contribute to program development and dissemination of findings. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent advanced degree. Fellowship training in Cognitive Neurology. Board certified/board eligible in Neurology or Psychiatry. Eligible for Medical licensure in the state of New Mexico. Eligible to work in the U.S. Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in an NIH ADRC. Track record of sustained NIH funding. Excellence in education, training and mentoring. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, and experience working with diverse communities. Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Complete applications should include a cover letter addressing minimum and preferred qualifications, a current CV, copies of representative publications, and the names, addresses, and contact information for three professional references. For more information, contact NeuroHR@salud.unm.edu. For Best Consideration
For best consideration, apply by 6/28/2025. This position will remain open until filled. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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