Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Aging, Behavioral, and Cognitive Division

University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL

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Job Details

1 day ago

Qualifications

Health sciences research
Clinical research methods
Team leadership
Administrative experience
Collaborative research
Research industry grant writing
Academic leadership
Managing clinical research teams
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Neurology research experience
Translational research
Leading research teams

Full Job Description

JOB NO:

541056

WORK TYPE:

Multi-Track Faculty

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Allied Health, Medicine/Physicians

DEPARTMENT:

29180500 - MD-BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

AST/ASO/FULL PROF

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

MD, PhD or MD/PhD degree or equivalent
Demonstrated expertise in either basic science, translational and clinically applied research on the effects of aging on memory which underlie the neurobiology of learning and memory and the influences contributing to successful aging
Preferences for research programs focus on interventional studies on Age Related Cognitive Decline and Memory Loss, Learning, and Brain Health
Strong record of securing extramural funding from federal agencies (NIH, CDC, HRSA, AHRQ) or other prestigious organizations
At least 3 years of administrative experience in leading multi-disciplinary research teams.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
A passion for reducing the impact of cognitive aging and memory loss
Eligibility for a faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor within the College of Medicine at the University of Florida

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The University of Florida (UF) invites applications to fill The Evelyn F. McKnight Endowed Chair for Clinical & Translational Research in Cognitive Aging supported by the McKnight Brain Research Foundation. The successful candidate will have an M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or PhD degree and, in addition to their research program, will be expected to establish an active clinical practice, if applicable, in their area of expertise.

The Evelyn F. McKnight Endowed Chair for Clinical & Translational Research in Cognitive Aging will provide strategic vision and leadership for the McKnight Brain Research Foundation. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on understanding healthy cognition with respect to memory and learning in aging and reducing the burden of cognitive aging and memory loss- making a national and international impact.

More About this Position

The Evelyn F. McKnight Endowed Chair for Clinical & Translational Research in Cognitive Aging

Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for clinical and translational research that will inform clinical applications to prevent, delay or mitigate Cognitive Aging Intended to preserve, maintain, and optimize Brain Health throughout the Lifespan
Lead and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of investigators focused on clinical and translational applied research to prevent, retard, or mitigate Cognitive Aging, intended to preserve and maintain Brain Health
Secure extramural funding to support translational and clinically applied research on age related Cognitive Aging and the preservation and maintenance of Brain Health
Mentor junior faculty and provide leadership in fostering a collaborative research environment
Recruit additional faculty with a focus on building a collaborative team of clinical, translational and clinically applied researchers on age related Cognitive Aging and the preservation and maintenance of Brain Health
Represent the McKnight Brain Institute and the University of Florida College of Medicine in regional, national, and international collaborations focused on clinical and translational research on Cognitive Aging and the preservation and maintenance of Brain Health

EXPECTED SALARY:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

MD, PhD or MD/PhD degree or equivalent
Demonstrated expertise in either basic science, translational and clinically applied research on the effects of aging on memory which underlie the neurobiology of learning and memory and the influences contributing to successful aging
Preferences for research programs focus on interventional studies on Age Related Cognitive Decline and Memory Loss, Learning, and Brain Health
Strong record of securing extramural funding from federal agencies (NIH, CDC, HRSA, AHRQ) or other prestigious organizations
At least 3 years of administrative experience in leading multi-disciplinary research teams
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
A passion for reducing the impact of cognitive aging and memory loss.
Eligibility for a faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor within the College of Medicine at the University of Florida

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Candidates must apply online at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/ and should include a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation may be attached to the application or sent directly to Polly Glattli, [email protected].

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

Final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an institution outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a credentialing service approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES): http://naces.org/.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

Yes

ADVERTISED:

21 Aug 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

Open until filled

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