Professor of Applied Dementia Research

Job title:

Professor of Applied Dementia Research

Company

University of Southampton

Job description

Clinical Neurosciences represents a key theme in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton. The Interdisciplinary Dementia and Ageing Centre (IDeAC) is a cross-Faculty group of basic scientists with different areas of expertise, clinicians, engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists with a common goal of a better understanding of the pathophysiology underlying dementia, novel biomarkers and identifying new safe affordable therapeutic strategies. The post-holder will have responsibility for maintaining and enhancing this core area of research excellence in fundamental and translational neuroscience with a focus on dementia. The post-holder will also develop new areas of interdisciplinary research through effective internal (both UoS and UHS) and external collaboration.The post-holder will have a significant national and/or international reputation for leadership and innovation in dementia education and research, characterised by a sustained and continuing track record of academic excellence. The post-holder will both lead and collaborate on submitting major funding bids (e.g. NIHR Infrastructure Bids), securing research funding and attracting high-quality research staff and PhD students.The post-holder will provide effective academic leadership within the School as well as the wider University, undertaking management, research and educational activities, including the supervision of PhD students. They will be able to make judgements at a strategic level and will contribute to the development of the University’s external profile in the UK and internationally.Application ProcedureYou should submit your completed online application form at . The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. Please submit details for 3 referees and include your CV, publication list and a cover letter demonstrating your motivation and relevant experience for the role.Further details:As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date.For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or quoting the job number.Competitive: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience (Level 7)

Expected salary

Location

Southampton

Job date

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:20:24 GMT

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