Director of Research

Overview

Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute is searching for a Director of Research to lead and expand research programs at Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The successful candidate will develop a purpose‑driven mission that builds on abundant expertise and resources at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.

Qualifications

Candidate must hold an MD or equivalent degree, be Board Certified, and have a record of proven success and a passion for research in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Academic accomplishments suitable for appointment as an associate or full professor at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine are required. Direct observation and understanding of cognitive disorders through clinical service is a required component of the position.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and leadership for growth of the research program
• Directing, supporting, mentoring and developing investigator‑initiated research studies
• Outpatient clinical service will be limited to enable a focus on research
• Lead and mentor the research team in Las Vegas while collaborating with investigators at the Cleveland and Florida locations
• Major roles in the two NIH‑funded Centers (Exploratory Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and COBRE Center for Neurodegeneration and Translational Neuroscience) and research programs in movement disorders and multiple sclerosis
• Fully supported in own investigational pursuit of clinically relevant knowledge and improved therapeutics for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

Position will be supported by a $2M endowed chair.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, vision coverage
• Comprehensive disability and life insurance benefits
• Medical malpractice & tail coverage provided
• Generous allowances for vacation, sick time, holidays and professional meetings
• Reimbursement for society memberships and journal subscriptions
• Highly competitive retirement plans with generous employer contribution

The pay range reflected on this posting represents the anticipated range for new hires. Actual compensation will be determined after taking into account the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and board certification. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision, and retirement.