Posting DetailsPosition Details
Title Associate/Full Professor of Neurology
Specific Title Director, Center for Neuromuscular Disorders
Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty
Department IUSM - Neurology
Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis
Position Summary The position of Director of the Center for Neuromuscular Disorders for the IU Health-IU School of Medicine Neurosciences Institute will provide oversight, direction, and vision for growth for clinical care, research, and education. This unique opportunity will build on strong existing clinical and research programs at the IU School of Medicine-IU Health.
With the Institute Co-Directors:
- Develop and implement the strategic plan for the Center, to align with the Neuroscience Institute strategic plan
- Provide operational oversight including space, personnel, and equipment needs
- Advance philanthropic efforts with IU School of Medicine, IU Health, and Riley Children's Foundations
- Enhance innovation and protect intellectual property
- Dedicated institutional budget dollars are fully set aside and carved out specifically for this Director to scale, recruit, and custom-build their program from day one.
Enhance Clinical Care Delivery System-Wide:
- Enhance multidisciplinary care models, including clinical centers of excellence (e.g. ALSA, MDA, CMTA, PPMD)
- Enhance statewide approach to care
- Guide recruiting and retention of faculty and staff
- Promote new treatments and technologies
- Advance public health initiatives and advocacy
- Enhance regional and national reputation
- Develop quality measures
Education and Research Oversight:
- Collaborate with chairs and program directors on education and recruitment
- Promote multidisciplinary scientific collaboration
- Increase trainee involvement
- Support existing and new fellowships/ training grants
- Provide direction for fellowships
Research Leadership
- Execute strategic research plans with focus on NIH funding
- Collaborate with existing IU School of Medicine and IU Health centers and institutes and regional partners
- Oversee and mentor investigators
- Liaison with national disease networks and registries
- Promote large-scale multi-center clinical trials
Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the nation's largest concentrations of health sciences companies. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life - the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city and surrounding suburbs enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named "Best Airport in North America" by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Indy:
https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation.
Basic Qualifications Doctorate or terminal degree required. Successful applicants must have PhD and/or MD degree.
Additionally:
- Associate Professor/Professor of Neurology or Neuroscience
- ABMS Board Certification if clinician
- Eligible for tenure appointment
- National or international reputation
Department Contact for Questions Laurie Gutmann
[email protected]Rebecca Veselka
[email protected]Additional QualificationsPriority Application Review DeadlineExpected Start Date 01/01/2027
Posting Number IUSM-02405-2026
