Associate Professor / Professor, Academic Chief of Behavioral Neurology & Memory Disorders at Yale University – United States

Summary

The Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine seeks an Associate Professor or Professor to serve as Academic Chief of the Division of Behavioral Neurology & Memory Disorders. The role is full‑time and includes academic leadership, clinical care for cognitive and memory disorders, faculty mentorship and recruitment, interdisciplinary collaboration with the new Adams Neurosciences Center, and medical education responsibilities. Candidates must hold an M.D., D.O., or equivalent degree, be board certified or eligible in Neurology, and have a nationally recognized record of scholarly achievement. Compensation follows Yale faculty salary scales with comprehensive benefits. Applications are due 5 November 2028 via Interfolio.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Neurology / Division of Behavioral Neurology & Memory Disorders
Position Type	Full-Time
Discipline	Neurology
Research Area	Behavioral Neurology and Memory Disorders
Degree Required	M.D., D.O., or equivalent medical degree
Experience	Demonstrated track record of academic excellence, clinical innovation, junior faculty mentorship, and collaborative administrative leadership
Salary	Associate Professor: $219,640 – $294,398 annually; Professor: $259,135 – $360,650 annually
Funding	Salary
Deadline	2028-11-05
Required Documents	Letter of Interest / Cover Letter, Complete Curriculum Vitae (CV), Names and contact details of three professional references

About the Project

The Academic Chief will lead the Division of Behavioral Neurology & Memory Disorders, expanding translational research and clinical programs, fostering interdisciplinary projects with the Adams Neurosciences Center, and advancing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for brain and nervous system disorders.

Key Responsibilities

• Academic Leadership: set strategic goals and represent the division at institutional meetings
• Clinical Care: provide subspecialty care for cognitive, memory, and behavioral disorders
• Faculty Mentorship & Recruitment: support, mentor, and recruit faculty
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: drive translational research with the Adams Neurosciences Center
• Medical Education: teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows

Required Skills

• M.D., D.O., or equivalent medical degree
• Board certification or eligibility in Neurology
• National recognition and substantial scholarly record in behavioral neurology and memory disorders
• Demonstrated academic leadership and faculty mentorship
• Experience in interdisciplinary clinical and translational research

Who Should Apply

Senior academic physicians with an M.D. or D.O., board certification or eligibility in Neurology, extensive research and clinical leadership experience in behavioral neurology and memory disorders, and a proven record of mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Yale University faculty benefits package including healthcare
• Dental coverage
• Retirement contribution plans
• Professional development funding
• Relocation assistance

About the Employer

Yale University, Yale School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Division of Behavioral Neurology & Memory Disorders, located in New Haven County, CT, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

November 5, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

What documents must be submitted?

Letter of interest/cover letter, complete CV, and names and contact details of three professional references.

What is the contract type?

Full‑Time.