Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program
Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program
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26-07-2025
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Job Description
The Department of Neurological Surgery the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) and the ODonnell Brain Institute (OBI) are jointly recruiting a Director of the SCCC Neuro-Oncology Translational Research Program. This leader will have a primary faculty appointment in the Department of Neurological Surgery at UT Southwestern that is aligned with the candidates training and expertise and will report academically to the
respective Department Chair and/or Center Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide the overall leadership and academic vision for growth and development of a multi-disciplinary Neuro- Oncology Translational Research Program of national reputation.
Stimulate and lead laboratory and clinical research in brain tumor etiology pathophysiology and treatment.
In partnership with UTSW departments lead and support the recruitment of laboratory and clinical investigators in neuro-oncology.
Participate in mentoring of laboratory and clinical investigators in brain tumor research.
Develop research partnerships with other academic institutions pharma and biotech to enhance programmatic translational goals.
Secure an adequate portfolio of investigator-initiated and trials with industry partners focused on the needs of patients in the institutions catchment area.
Participate in the development of intra- and inter-programmatic interactions at the SCCC and OBI relevant to brain tumor research.
Sustain efforts in advocacy and outreach with a focus in Brain Tumors.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination including discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age disability genetic information citizenship status or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include:
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
respective Department Chair and/or Center Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide the overall leadership and academic vision for growth and development of a multi-disciplinary Neuro- Oncology Translational Research Program of national reputation.
Stimulate and lead laboratory and clinical research in brain tumor etiology pathophysiology and treatment.
In partnership with UTSW departments lead and support the recruitment of laboratory and clinical investigators in neuro-oncology.
Participate in mentoring of laboratory and clinical investigators in brain tumor research.
Develop research partnerships with other academic institutions pharma and biotech to enhance programmatic translational goals.
Secure an adequate portfolio of investigator-initiated and trials with industry partners focused on the needs of patients in the institutions catchment area.
Participate in the development of intra- and inter-programmatic interactions at the SCCC and OBI relevant to brain tumor research.
Sustain efforts in advocacy and outreach with a focus in Brain Tumors.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination including discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age disability genetic information citizenship status or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include:
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
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