Neurodegenerative Disease Faculty Joint Appointments: Van Andel Institute, University of Michigan Medical School, and University of Michigan Health West
Core
Physician-scientist faculty leading translational research and clinical care in movement disorders (Parkinson's disease and related neurodegenerative conditions) within a joint appointment at Van Andel Institute, University of Michigan Medical School, and University of Michigan Health West.
Role type
Associate or Full Professor Physician-Scientist (Movement Disorders)
Builds
Translational research programs bridging fundamental discovery and clinical application; high-volume subspecialty clinical care for movement disorders.
Domain
Biomedical research and clinical neurology focused on neurodegeneration and movement disorders.
Required skills
Independent extramural research program leadership (Position A) OR expert clinical care and clinical trial leadership (Position B); translational science; interinstitutional collaboration; mentoring; peer-reviewed publication record.
Preferred skills
Ph.D. degree; novel experimental platforms and disease models; iPSC-based modeling; biomarker and therapeutic development.
Technologies
Cryo-EM; Metabolomics; Bioinformatics; Optical Imaging; Flow Cytometry; Genomics; iPSC Neurodegeneration Platform; High-content confocal imaging.
Responsibilities
Lead independent, extramurally funded research program in movement disorders (Position A) OR provide expert clinical care and lead clinical trials/observational studies (Position B); maintain focused clinical neurology practice; collaborate with clinicians and investigators across three institutions; contribute to mentoring and scientific leadership.
Seniority
Associate or Full Professor (exceptional Assistant Professor considered)