Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program
2 weeks ago
Client Name
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Job Type
Permanent
Offering
Physician
Profession
Oncology
Specialty
Neuro
Job ID
15422087
Job Title
Director, Brain Tumor Translational Research Program
Shift Details
Shift
Full Time Days
Scheduled Hours
40
Job Order Details
Start Date
11/24/2025
Duration
0
Job Description
Permanent Oncology - Neuro - Dallas, TX - Full Time Days - Pay Negotiable - Dallas, TX
Employer: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Location: Dallas, TX
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Full Time Days
Start Date: September 22, 2025
Job Overview
The Department of Neurological Surgery, the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) and the O'Donnell 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 candidate's training and expertise and will report academically to the respective Department Chair and/or Center Director. • 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 institution's 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. 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:
Position Highlights
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- Benefits
- 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
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Client Details
Address
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
City
Dallas
State
TX
Zip Code
75390
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