University of California Los Angeles

Academic Neuropathologist with Research Focus in Neurodegenerative Disease

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Position Overview Position Title: Academic Neuropathologist with Research Focus in Neurodegenerative Disease Salary Range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. The salary range for this position is $250,000 - $450,000. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation. Application Window Open Date: August 30, 2024 Most Recent Review Date: Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final Date: Friday, Aug 29, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position Description The Department of Pathology&Laboratory Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is recruiting for an Academic Neuropathologist in our tenured/tenured track series at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. The successful candidate will demonstrate an academic direction in the field of neurodegenerative disorders with the aim of building a research laboratory within the neuropathology section with active primary and collaborative experimental efforts. The candidate will work closely with the neuropathology translational laboratory and be a key member of the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer's Research and Care at UCLA. The center is constructed around a multidisciplinary team that includes leaders in the field, including neurologists, neuropathologists, neuroradiologists and basic scientists. The successful candidate will also have a clinical component and be able to participate in neuropathology sign out, educational activities and supervise brain cutting sessions. The Department is seeking candidates with the potential for being outstanding in clinical work, research, teaching, and in having a clear commitment to enhancing the diversity of the faculty, staff, and trainees. Applicants must possess an MD or MD/PhD degree(s) or equivalent, with training in a neuropathology fellowship program, and board certification or board eligibility by the American Board of Pathology. The candidate should also have a track record of research in neurodegenerative disorders, including publications and extramural grant funding. Eligibility for a California medical license is also required. Interested applicants must submit their application materials online at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09681 . Qualifications Basic Qualifications: MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent. Additional Qualifications: Board certification or board eligibility in neuropathology with a research focus in neurodegenerative disease, a track record of extramural funding and publications, and eligibility for a California medical license. Application Requirements Document Requirements: Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Bibliography Cover Letter Statement of Research Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate's past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Statement of Teaching Reference Check Authorization Release Form - Complete and upload this form. Reference Requirements: 3-5 required (contact information only). Apply Link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09681 Help Contact: rromeroledezmamednet.ucla.edu About UCLA The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. J-18808-Ljbffr