Open Rank of Neurology - Adult Neurology in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Requisition ID: req37798

Working Title:
Open Rank of Neurology - Adult Neurology

Position Summary:
Open Rank ofNeurology - Behavioral or Cognitive Neurologist or Neuropsychiatrist

The Universityof New Mexico, School of Medicine, Neurology Department seeks a behavioralor cognitive neurologist to join our Memory and Aging team in an open rank,clinician educator track position who is dedicated to the clinical care ofindividuals with cognitive disorders to help grow and shape an expandingcognitive neurology program. You will be part of a team of faculty who providehigh-quality cognitive care and will join a multidisciplinary group ofNeurology faculty within the Neurology Department, UNM's Center for Memory andAging (CMA) and the New Mexico Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC).

Academicresponsibilities include participation in the teaching of medical students,residents, and fellows and research activities of the department. The newlyfunded New Mexico ADRC provides a highly collaborative environment at theforefront of dementia research, with innovative programs spanning advancedneuroimaging and blood-based biomarkers, vascular and inflammatory mechanismsof dementia, brain clearance and glymphatic physiology, and novel therapeuticand vaccine approaches. Particularly distinctive is the Center's commitment tobringing state-of-the-art dementia care and research directly to New Mexico'srural, Hispanic/Latino, and American Indian communities through communitypartnerships and culturally responsive care and research.

As the Memoryand Aging program and New Mexico ADRC continue to grow, the successfulcandidate will have opportunities to shape new clinical, research, andeducational initiatives and assume leadership roles aligned with theirinterests and experience, including in cognitive neurology services, clinicaltrials, ADRC programs, and fellowship education.

The successfulcandidate is expected to have excellent communications skills and the abilityto work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.

About TheUniversity of New Mexico Neurology Department: The University of NewMexico is the only academic medical center in the state that is associated witha medical school. The Department of Neurology has 40 full-time and part-timefaculty and is home to well-established adult and child residencies andmultiple fellowship programs. UNM is a mission-driven institution that providesaccess to high quality, comprehensive and specialty care to people across thestate of New Mexico.

AboutAlbuquerque, New Mexico: Albuquerque isa vibrant city nestled between the 10,000-foot Sandia Mountains to the east andthe high desert mesas to the west. The region enjoys more than 310 days ofsunshine annually and experiences all four seasons. Summer temperatures rarelyexceed 100°F, with low humidity typically in the teens. The area offersexceptional opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation, including running,hiking, biking, and skiing. Albuquerque is located just one hour from Santa Feand approximately two and a half hours from Taos, both renowned for their arts,culture, and history. New Mexico ishome to a rich multicultural heritage, including 19 Pueblo communities, theNavajo Nation, and three Apache tribal lands. Residents enjoy outstanding localcuisine, breathtaking sunsets, and abundant cultural, historic, and naturalattractions, including lakes, rivers, deserts, and mountains.
Campus:
UNM Health Sciences Center

Benefits Eligble:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Department:
Neurology Adult (490B)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Clinician Educator
Hiring Department:
School of Medicine

Academic Location:
Neurology Adult (490B)
Benefits Eligible:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 9/12/2026. This position will remain open until filled.MinimumQualifications:

• MD degree orequivalent
• Board eligibleor certified in Neurology or Psychiatry
• Experience andtraining in neurological disease in older adults, especially dementia,Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRDs)
• Eligible towork in the U.S.

PreferredQualifications:

• 2-3 years ofclinical experience in neurological care
• Fellowshiptraining in cognitive disorders
• A demonstratedcommitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of NewMexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and globalcommunities.