Duke Health - Director of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Trials Unit

Duke Health

$210K — $250K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or PhD in relevant field (Neurology, Psychiatry, or Medicine)
  • 5-7 years of experience in clinical trials
  • Strong background in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias research
  • Demonstrated success in securing external funding for research
  • Experience mentoring faculty and research personnel

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and oversight of phase I-IV clinical trials
  • Develop and implement an independent clinical research program
  • Provide scientific leadership in Alzheimer's disease research
  • Mentor junior faculty and research staff
  • Contribute to memory disorder clinical care

Benefits

  • Robust compensation plan tied to clinical productivity
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement planning options
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
  • Relocation assistance
  • College tuition assistance for dependents
Full Job Description
  • Jointly supported by the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and the Duke Clinical Research Institute
  • Provide scientific and clinical leadership in the design, conduct, and oversight of phase I-IV clinical trials in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
  • Develop and lead an independent, externally funded clinical research program focused on disease-modifying and/or symptomatic therapies
  • Mentor junior faculty, trainees, and research staff in clinical investigation and trial methodology
  • Contribute to clinical care in memory disorders, consistent with the candidate's specialty.
  • Appointment may be in the Department of Neurology, Psychiatry, or Medicine, depending on the candidate's discipline and background

Duke Health offers a robust compensation plan that rewards clinical productivity and academic excellence. Salary and faculty title will be commensurate with training, experience, and the focus of the role. Faculty members enjoy Duke benefits including retirement planning, health insurance, CME, relocation, and college tuition assistance for dependent children.

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