Cognitive Change in Neurodegenerative Disorders Researcher | University of Wisconsin Madison - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology welcomes applications for a new tenure track faculty position focused on Alzheimer's disease and related neurodegenerative diseases including detecting their antecedent states, identifying risk factors or protective factors, and assessing the effect of interventions including prevention approaches. The major mission of the successful applicant will be to implement a research program that compliments and/or utilizes the existing infrastructure in the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention and the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC). The motivation for this new position is three-fold. First, while our field has largely succeeded in accurately identifying Alzheimer's disease (AD) proteinopathy, we lack the ability to identify the other major neurodegenerative diseases and their antecedent states that may be occurring or co-occurring to cause dementia. Such copathologies may have various combinations that are asynchronous in their onsets and may vary in rates of cognitive and clinical progression. The lack of tools that detect in-vivo pathology other than AD has hindered progress. Solutions would greatly inform prevention and treatment strategies, improve diagnosis and prognosis, and accelerate discovery. This gap in knowledge is the anticipated focus of the incumbent. Second, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is home to a National study across the ADRC-network known as the Consortium for Clarity in ADRD Research Through Imaging or CLARiTI which is focused on identifying multi-etiology causes of cognitive impairment; the incumbent would join the investigator team of this study. Three, the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention seeks to expand its scope. The incumbent would be expected to provide leadership and expertise in these endeavors with the WRAP study. Research outcomes are expected to be broadly generalizable to diverse communities. This new position will reside within the Department of Medicine or Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH). We value all aspects of diversity and respect the many differences and similarities in the workplace, including the varied perspectives, approaches, and competencies of coworkers and populations that we serve. We feel that these diverse perspectives strengthen our team and its impact. We embrace intersectionality. The UW ADRC and the WRAP study are nationally renowned for extensive expertise and innovative programs in aging and dementia research. It is expected that the successful candidate will dedicate the major share of time to leading research initiatives. The incumbent will garner external funding to support their collaborative research program. Preparation of successful grant applications, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications is expected. Responsibilities: 90%: Lead collaborative research programs with an emphasis on the several intersecting causes of cognitive impairment within ADRD. 10%: Mentoring of trainees whether they be students, postdoctoral fellows, scientists and/or junior faculty. There is no specific classroom teaching requirement per se. However, the incumbent would be expected to engage in teaching or service efforts sufficient for promotion if applicable, and participate in professional and university service appropriate to the faculty rank. The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required PhDin Clinical Neuropsychology or related area of study. Qualifications: Candidate's background should demonstrate an established research interest in longitudinal or treatment study of cognitive aging and neurodegenerative diseases of aging. The ideal candidate will have a successful record of research productivity. Work Type: Full or Part Time: 50% - 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date: NOVEMBER 01, 2024 Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Additional Information: Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click "Apply Now" to begin the process. You will be required to upload a letter of interest and your current CV, along with a 2-page statement to outline your vision and strategy for developing, supporting, and sustaining a program of research. The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 23, 2024; however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled. Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/ Contact: Brianna Bohnsack bbohnsack@medicine.wisc.edu 608-265-9662 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Professor(FA020) or Associate Professor(FA030) or Assistant Professor(FA040) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/GER-AD DEV Employment Class: Faculty Job Number: 301566-FA The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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